An Outlet for Children

This new website, Postcards From Splitsville, offers a place “where children can share their divorce-related feelings anonymously and parents can get a new perspective on how this life-changing experience impacts their children?s lives.”
The website was inspired by Frank Warren’s, PostSecret. What a great idea to offer the same kind of thing for kids! Go check it […] (more…)

Rule Number One

The first rule in helping your children through a divorce, no matter what age they are, is open communication. The level of detail you share with them is dependent on their age and you will have to use common sense and judgment to determine what that is, but the key is to let them know that expression […] (more…)

Apologies

I apologize for the long hiatus. After a somewhat eventful pregnancy and adjusting to life with a newborn baby, I’m finally getting back to a routine and hope to start posting again at least once a week.
I’m currently reading The Truth About Children and Divorce by Robert E. Emery, Ph.D. This is an excellent book! If you […] (more…)

What makes teens happy

“Family ties, happy days” - Survey says: Teens and young adults prefer spending time with family!
“They’re my foundation,” says Kristiana St. John, 17, of Queens in New York. “My mom tells me that even if I do something stupid, she’s still going to love me no matter what. Just knowing that makes me feel very happy […] (more…)

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