Telling my partner I lost my job after 9 years as a delivery driver

I was laid off 10 weeks ago and have not told my family because I do not want them to worry. I worked as a delivery driver before this. I feel ashamed even though the company cut a whole team. How did you handle it?

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.

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