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Divorce and other family transitions

Transitions occur often for families. From going through divorce or separation to a change in employment, it can be difficult to adjust. Our courses and educational resources teach parents about the impact of family transition and offer strategies that help both parents and children adjust to their new life.

Co-parenting

Coping with abandonment — Children do best when they have a relationship with both of their parents, but sometimes this is not possible. Here are some tips for talking to your children about abandonment.

Children moving between two households — Follow these easy steps to help your children's transition between two households go more smoothly.

Grandparents and relatives raising children — Resources are available to help families in this situation.

How age affects children's adjustment to stepfamilies — Understand how your children’s age affects their reaction to a new stepfamily and help them adjust.

New families and traditions — Learn how to use communication, negotiation, and compromise to help navigate exploring and establishing traditions in new families.

Reducing stress during holidays for kids and divorce — Explore some things divorced parents can keep in mind to help ease the difficulty of holidays.

Guidelines for blended families — Learn about the unique challenges you’ll encounter as a stepparent.

Should we reconcile? Depending on your situation, you may still be considering whether the romantic relationship with your children’s other parent is completely over or if you will eventually get back together. This resource reviews things to consider before making a big decision.

Self-care

Credit issues with divorce — Review things to consider related to credit and divorce.

Dos and don'ts of managing anger — Looking for some tips for controlling your anger, particularly when dealing with your children’s other parent? See this list of dos and don’ts

The importance of forgiveness — Learn more about how forgiveness can help you and your children move toward a healthier future.

The parent-child relationship

Talking with your children about family transition — Get tips for talking to your children about the transition, the right way.

Reviewed in 2024

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