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It also depends on whose funeral it is. Taking a young child to a close family member's funeral may be more important than taking a young child to a friend's (or distant relative's) funeral who the child may barely even know. Of course, the fact that it is a family member who the child knows well may actually hurt the child's feeling more; however, it's not always necessary to expose the young child to those emotions for someone who the child may not know well.
Based on these factors, it is up to the parents at which age their children should or should not attend a funeral. If your child understands what a funeral is, why it is important, and what it means, you as a parent could leave that option open to the child whether or not they should attend. Some children are rather emotional and would prefer not to attend such an event, but that doesn't mean they don't care for the loved one they lost.
In any case, it is important for you to keep the line of communication open with your child. Talking about the child's feelings is imperative as well as making sure they understand the situation. Your child may be hurting as much, if not more, than you are and will need support just as you would, even if your child seems too young to even understand such emotions and situations.
If you want a personal answer, here are some:
- I have taken my son to funerals for family since birth - he is 2 years old. While he doesn't necessarily understand the situation yet, I do try to explain some things in a manner that is appropriate for him. I leave him with a sitter for funerals in which he did not know the deceased very well.
- Probably around age 10.
What else can I help you with?
How old are most people when they attend their first funeral?
any age really for 10 days old to 30 years old
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I beliwve 10 and under xD
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