TO HELP YOUR CHILDREN

bulletTell them they still have a family and two parents who love them.
bulletTell them the divorce was not their fault.
bulletAllow your children to express their feelings, even if you don’t like what you hear.
bulletAllow and encourage your children to stay in contact with the other parent.
bulletProvide room and space and belongings for your children where you live, so that they feel at home with you.
bulletSpend one-on-one time with each of your children as often as you can. Individual attention is more important than ever.

Source: Ron Neff, Conciliation Service

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