FREE GUIDE

10 conversation starters for talking to families when their child is sick

Tricky chats get easier when you’ve got the right words to begin.

 

This free guide gives Early Childhood Educators the confidence to handle illness conversations with calm, clarity, and care: without the awkward or the overwhelm.

 

What You’ll Get:

A printable resource packed with real-world conversation starters for:

âś” Mid-day illness calls to families
âś” Pick-up handovers when symptoms have shown up
âś” Explaining exclusion periods and return timelines
âś” Gentle, empathetic ways to manage pushback
âś” And more tricky moments we all face during illness season

Whether you're a Centre Director, room leader, currently studying or a brand new Educator, this guide will help your whole team feel more confident and consistent, whilst helping families feel supported, not blindsided.

 

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