Taking kids to a funeral

[HotI]

i would sit at the back so i could take the kids out if necessary. food, books, quiet toys, bribery... whatever works.

[Cassius2]

can you go with your DH or a friend? at my Oma's funeral DH sat with DD behind me (i was in the front row for family). DD walked up and down the aisle or right at the back of the service room and when she got a bit grumpy she went out for some fresh air (which can be a good idea if they seem to be getting overwhelmed by the solemnity ITMS).

[Rowellen]

We attended a funeral when my niece & nephew were similar ages - 18mo & just turned 3. They sat between their parents and had colouring in books. Both of them seemed to realise that they needed to be quiet and were very well behaved. For the younger ones, a few board books to look at might keep them occupied long enough for the service.

sorry for your loss.

[~clover~]

I took my kids to my great Aunts funeral last year. I had to take DS outside coz he was bored. I really wanted to stay in there, but I couldn't
Ours was at a church in a school though, so we just went over to the play ground. The girls stayed with mum & dad & were fine. (Easier when they're older).