Separation between parents often change the dynamic of the relationship between parents and children. It often changes the structure of the home from living in the same home to having access once a week, thereby taking a toll on the relationship between parents and children. The following tips for parents may help make the transition smoother for both parents and children:
1. Make the transition a positive experience. Be enthusiastic about the changeover and children will reflect on the positivity.
2. Keep extra time for drop off and pick-ups and be patient.
3. Allow kids to talk when they are ready. They will decide what they want to disclose. Be receptive and be without judgment to what the children want to share.
4. Do something fun to reconnect with kids.
5. Keep the adult conversations with the adults.
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