Be patient with one another. Realize that when we suffer losses, it is natural to express disbelief, anger, sadness, anxiety, and depression. Emotions will rollercoaster and moods can change suddenly. You and your spouse may react differently. Even in crisis, it's all right to laugh.
Laughter can help relieve tension.
Talk about the event with your children. Studies show that children need to bring their fears, fantasies and confusions out into the open. Adult evasion and concealment may shake a child's trust and increase fears. Avoid needless alarm and panic. During crisis, children turn to adults for cues on how to behave and feel.