What Every Child Whose Parents Divorced Needs to Hear
The separation of parents is a serious shock for any child.
Only adults themselves can soften the blow.
It is very important to behave sensibly during such a period; there is no need to manipulate the child, subject him to additional stress, or set him against the other parent.
It is also important to break the news to your daughter or son in a delicate manner.
First of all, it is worth telling the truth. Don't lie to the child and say that mom or dad is just going on a business trip.
The child will experience constant stress due to false expectations that the family will soon be reunited.
It is also necessary to explain to the child what his life will be like after his parents' divorce. For example, how often he will see his dad, and where he will live. After all, at such a moment a lot of questions appear in the head, but the child does not always voice them.
The child may decide that he is the reason for the separation, and some children during this period think that mom and dad will stop loving him.
If there is a teenager in the house, there is a risk that he will simply withdraw into himself. The task of adults is to make it clear that both parents love him as before. Your words should be confirmed by actions.
