How do I tell my family about the layoff? - any advice?

I have been leaving the house at the same time each day so my kids do not notice. I am in Birmingham, 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.

Thanks for writing this out. I went through something close to it last year, and it got easier once I kept a simple log of every call and form.