Hiding a layoff from the family, bad idea?, production planner here

I have been leaving the house at the same time each day so my kids do not notice. I am in Detroit, in case local advice matters. Bills are coming up and I cannot keep this quiet. What did you say?

Kids often pick up more than you think. A short, calm explanation helped mine feel secure.

I told my partner the same evening with a simple plan: what happened, what I was doing and what I needed. It was a relief.