Few things are as tragic as the death of one or both parents of a young child. But who steps in to care for that child will undoubtedly have a massive impact on the course of their life. Without a clear choice for who should take care of them, the decision taken by the government may not be one that you would approve of.nnThen there is also the chance that some third party, such as a friend or relative, will try to step in and make their case to take care of those children. There might even be a legal or custody battle that ensues. But your estate planning can have a significant impact on the process, helping ensure the best possible outcome.