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Members shared thoughtful advice on how to explain MS symptoms to a young child, with several noting that the approach should match the... Read more
One solution is to explain layer by layer, starting with the general information and then gradually going into more detail only if requested
@A MyMSTeam Member, I did not tell my twins about MS until they were 10 and when I had a major relapse. They were angry with me for not telling them before. I think we all have to make tough decisions about when/how to tell children, there is no right or wrong. However if I could go back I would have introduced the topic much earlier so they grew up with some understanding. There are a couple of books about ‘moms’ with MS that might be helpful. Take care 🫂💜
Don't , just tell you are not well. why would you want or expect an adult response from a child and even most adults don't get it .
We don't have young children in our family, or at least, none we see. What I would explain would depend on the child
You’re welcome @A MyMSTeam Member, I tried to find one about a grandparent with ms but no luck. Well she sounds like fun - I love the curiosity that children have. You never know! Nurture her curiosity 🤗💜
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