SEPERATION & DIVORCE

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Although there is a lot happening after separating from your partner or going through the stages of divorce. It can often be a time of high emotion and often high conflict. In all this the parental responsibility is not lost by the father when they separate or divorce occurs.

While you might be doing your best to protect your child from the impact of separation, children will often pick up on many of these emotions and experiences and might need to talk about the situation. It’s important that Children don’t feel caught in the middle between their parents as they often do.

We have an introduction to separation, to help you understand what first steps you can take after a separation.

When parents separate one of the most important issues to resolve is what arrangements will be made for the children. This can include issues such as where the children will live, how often the children will see the other parent, child maintenance, schooling and education.
Child arrangements need to be flexible to meet the needs of the child. The children could, for example, live with one parent and have regular contact with the other parent. Whilst in some children live with both parents.

Check out : Children & Divorce 

An extensive guide that talks about the possible effects' of divorce on children at various stages in their development 

Also check out:

 FJYPB: Top Tips for Separating Parents below.