What do you say to your children when their father dies by suicide?

In this deeply emotional conversation, radio personality and author Robin Bailey shares the heartbreaking reality of losing her husband, raising three boys through grief, and learning how love and hope can still exist after unimaginable loss.

Robin opens up about the conversations parents never feel prepared for, the questions grieving children ask, and why surrounding boys with strong male role models became her mission.

She also shares the extraordinary love story that followed — a second chance at happiness that came with another devastating goodbye.

This episode is raw, wise, hopeful, and unforgettable.

KEY POINTS
How Robin told her sons their father had died by suicide
The hidden things children notice during family crisis
Why avoiding hard conversations can leave kids confused
The importance of trusted male role models for boys
Parenting through grief without losing hope
Why joy and celebration still matter during terminal illness
The powerful lesson Robin wants every parent to hear about love

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE

“The journey can be full of love and full of celebration.” — Robin Bailey

RESOURCES MENTIONED
Flamingo's Aren't Born Pink by Robin Bailey

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS
Create space for honest conversations with your children, even when the topic feels overwhelming.
Pay attention to what your kids already notice and understand.
Intentionally surround boys with safe, trustworthy male role models.
Remember that grief and joy can exist together.
Don’t underestimate the healing power of love, connection, and community.

What do you say to your children when their father dies by suicide?
In this deeply emotional conversation, radio personality and author Robin Bailey shares the heartbreaking reality of losing her husband, raising three boys through grief, and learning how love and hope can still exist after unimaginable loss.
Robin opens up about the conversations parents never feel prepared for, the questions grieving children ask, and why surrounding boys with strong male role models became her mission.
She also shares the extraordinary love story that followed &mdash; a second chance at happiness that came with another devastating goodbye.
This episode is raw, wise, hopeful, and unforgettable.
KEY POINTS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">How Robin told her sons their father had died by suicide</li>
<li aria-level="1">The hidden things children notice during family crisis</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why avoiding hard conversations can leave kids confused</li>
<li aria-level="1">The importance of trusted male role models for boys</li>
<li aria-level="1">Parenting through grief without losing hope</li>
<li aria-level="1">Why joy and celebration still matter during terminal illness</li>
<li aria-level="1">The powerful lesson Robin wants every parent to hear about love</li>
</ul>
QUOTE OF THE EPISODE
&ldquo;The journey can be full of love and full of celebration.&rdquo; &mdash; Robin Bailey
RESOURCES MENTIONED
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.booktopia.com.au/flamingos-aren-t-born-pink-robin-bailey/book/9781460768839.html">Flamingo's Aren't Born Pink</a> by Robin Bailey</li>
</ul>
ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Create space for honest conversations with your children, even when the topic feels overwhelming.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Pay attention to what your kids already notice and understand.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Intentionally surround boys with safe, trustworthy male role models.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Remember that grief and joy can exist together.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Don&rsquo;t underestimate the healing power of love, connection, and community.</li>
</ul>

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The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

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Parenting Through Grief & Tragedy [with Robin Bailey]

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