Dannielle Young Podcast
On today’s podcast, our Senior Associate Dannielle Young will go through the healthy parenting arrangements in QLD and discuss what children might need and want to help them understand and navigate the changes happening to their family. With her extensive knowledge as a child custody lawyer.
During a divorce, children need and want to know certain things to help them understand and navigate the changes happening in their family.
Children need honest yet age-appropriate information about the separation. This helps them understand the situation without feeling overwhelmed or scared.
Children must know that both parents still love them and that they can count on your support throughout this process.
Children should be kept informed about changes that will affect them. This helps reduce uncertainty and allows them to feel involved and respected.
Maintaining regular routines and structures to provide a sense of normality and stability is crucial for children’s emotional well-being during these unsettling times.
Encourage your children to express their feelings about the separation. This emotional freedom helps them process their thoughts and adapt to their new reality.
Create environments where children can interact with both parents without feeling in the middle of any disputes or tension.
Sharing plans and arrangements (in an age-appropriate manner) can help alleviate anxieties your child may have about what their new life will look like.
Reiterate that while their family configuration may change, the love and care they receive will remain constant.
Respecting your child’s privacy and ensuring they feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings is essential during this time.
Children need the reassurance of both parents’ continued love, care, and support, irrespective of the circumstances.
Navigating a family separation is difficult, but understanding and addressing your children’s needs can make the transition smoother.
As a parent, you are not alone. Lean on available resources like our podcast, seek the counsel of our expert divorce lawyers Gold Coast at the Collective Family Law Group, and remember we’re here to help and support you through each step. Start your journey towards understanding with our free family law consultation. Together, we can ensure that your children emerge from this experience feeling loved, supported, and understood.
Join us for more insightful discussions on the Divorce Collective Podcast. For more information, visit our website, collectivefamilylaw.com.au or call us on (07) 5574 0971. In times of change, let’s build a path forward with resilience, understanding, and optimism.
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