Five ways brave Kelsey can keep Tom's memory alive for their children, by expert

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Tom Parker, who died at the age of 33 last week, is now being grieved by his beloved family, friends and fans, including devoted wife Kelsey.

OK! got to witness the couple's incredible love story, including the birth of their two children - Aurelia, two, and Bodhi, one - and can confirm they were two peas in a pod.

The tragic death of a parent is hard for any child, at any age, but Bianca Neumann, Head of Bereavement at grief charity Sue Ryder, says there are practical ways to keep a person's memory alive. "Research shows that the death of a parental figure can have a negative impact on both mental and physical wellbeing," she explains. "Depending on the age of the child and the circumstances of the death, there can be a lot of heavy emotions and sometimes a worry that the memories of their parents can be lost as the child grows older. "Younger children may not understand fully what it means to die, and it is likely that this could well be their first experience of grief." "It’s important for adults to talk openly and support children by offering support if the child appears to be struggling or acting unusual," she continued. "If you are offering support and are also grieving, ensure that you prioritise your grief too, remember that it is OK to not be OK, for both children and adults alike." Here are a few practical ways, provided by Sue Ryder, to keep the memories alive of the parent who has died: Keep photographs of the parents who have died around the home to remind them of past times.

If there’s a family picture of a summer holiday, for example, this can spark positive memories each time it’s looked at.This can also help people to remember what their parents looked like, as there could be a fear that they may forget..