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How to Discuss Divorce with Your Kids

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How to Discuss Divorce with Your Kids

Posted By Stepniak & Park || 29-Jun-2018

Divorce is devastating for everyone involved, especially children. One of the most difficult conversations you'll ever have is breaking the news to your kids. Even if the announcement isn’t a complete surprised—whether it’s arguing constantly or living apart for an extended period of time—it is natural for children to wish their family can together. While there is no ideal way to break the news, there are several things you can do and say that can relieve some of the pain.

Apply these helpful tips when you talk to your children about divorce:

  • Have both parents break the news together. Talking to your children together helps eliminate blame and makes it appear to them that their parents are still united—even if the divorce isn’t a joint decision. Children need to be confident that their parents can still work together as a team to raise them.
  • Keep the message simple and clear – Avoid discussing the messy details that could possibly lead children to believe that they can resolve the issue or that they are the cause of the divorce. You could say something along the lines of, “Mommy and daddy have decided that we can’t live together anymore and do not want to stay married. Even though we won’t be husband and wife, we will always be your mom and dad.”
  • Let your children know that it’s not their fault – The kids need to understand that they did not cause to the breakup of the family unit. You must tell them that the decision to separate was an adult decision, based on adult issues. Additionally, they need to know that this is an issue that they are unable to repair.
  • Tell them that they will always be loved – Although there will be changed in the family unit, one thing that will not change is your love for them, and that you both will still be their parents and actively involved in their lives.

Your children may express themselves in various ways when they hear the news. Whether they are angry or sad, give your kids the time to process the news and encourage them to express their thoughts and emotions. Answer any questions they will have, which will most likely occur after the talk and throughout your divorce.

If you are interested in filing for divorce in Daytona Beach, FL, speak with our experienced legal team at Law Offices of Robert Stepniak today.

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