Tips for Successful Co Parenting After a Divorce
Divorce is difficult enough for parents, but it often proves especially painful for children. While you and your spouse recognize that dissolving your marriage is the right option for your family, your child likely feels confused, anxious, and overwhelmed. They may be angry with you for splitting up, afraid of what the future holds, or even blame themselves for the divorce. Parenting is never easy, and you probably feel powerless to help your child when you’re already struggling yourself. However, the way they feel depends greatly on how you choose to handle the divorce and everything that comes after. The