Kids and Separation

The biggest concern for most single mums going through a separation is the welfare of their children. Don’t panic! We have heaps of resources to support you and your kids through this tricky transition, mentally, physically and emotionally.

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Family Law 101: Why Mediation Is Best for Your Kids in Family Dispute Resolution

Getting a divorce is one of the most stressful life events you can experience. Trying to reach an agreement that has the least impact on your children can be tricky, especially if the separation is not particularly amicable. Many divorcing...

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Children’s books about divorce and separation: Helping Kids Cope 2024

Parenting is hard, but parenting through divorce is harder. While dealing with our emotions, we must also help our kids understand and cope with the situation. Thank goodness for a wonderful range of children’s books about divorce and separation that...

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Family Law 101: Why Mediation Is Best for Your Kids in Family Dispute Resolution

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Helping Your Children Deal with a Narcissistic Father

It is one thing to co-parent with a narcissistic ex. It is another thing to protect your children from his manipulations while trying your best to help them grow up with some semblance of a father. As women who have...

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10 Books to help kid’s deal with an absent dad

If you’re solo mumming without dad in the picture, it is likely you will have been asked the question: “Where is my Dad?” Even if you have your answer all prepared, kid’s can still struggle with the fact that dad’s...

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Using a third party for changeover with shared parenting

Separating from a partner is stressful, but when the separation is less than amicable or the result of abuse, then it becomes even more challenging for everyone involved. Add kids into the mix, and it can be a minefield of...

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Bird nesting after divorce: How to make it work

Bird nesting or a birds nest divorce is a simple idea: After a couple has separated or divorced, the kids remain living in one home space while the separated parents move in and out on a rotating basis, much like...

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Ex won’t sign passport application for your child? Here’s what to do.

Ex won’t sign passport application for your child? Here’s what to do … In most circumstances, it is reasonable for one parent to travel internationally with their child, particularly if they have family or cultural ties to the destination country....

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How do we change consent orders for parenting arrangements

One of the most complex parts of family separation is negotiating and eventually agreeing on your parenting arrangements. Unfortunately, life is ever-changing, even the best-laid plans will need to change in time. For this reason, this article focuses on how...

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Parenting through separation: Tips from someone who’s been there

Just being a mother can be hard. There’s no training, no rulebook, no practice runs. But navigating the murky waters of divorce is another challenge altogether. And I’m not talking settlements and spouse support. I’m talking about the children involved....