You may also want to tell the parents of younger children’s close friends so that they understand if your child’s behaviour or mood changes. If they have not discussed death with their own children before, they may need time to think about what to tell them.
Some parents may offer to help by inviting your child to play or have a meal. However, some parents may decide to keep their distance in order to “protect” their own child from learning about death at a young age. This might feel painful for you and your child and your child may need to be reassured that they have done nothing wrong.