What’s the best way to explain our divorce to my children without blaming either parent?

What’s the best way to explain the divorce to my children without blaming either parent? Morgan* Dear Morgan, I empathise with your situation. Divorce can be a difficult time for the entire family, and finding the right words to explain it to your children is no small feat. The first thing to remember is that children are much more perceptive than we often give them credit for. While your instinct may be to shield them from the emotions, honesty (within reason) is important. However, being honest doesn’t mean burdening your children with adult problems or blaming either parent. Now, how […]

stay off social media during your divorce

Stay off social media during your divorce

Updated The passing of the Family Law Amendment Bill 2023 has significant implications for communications on social media about family law matters.  We have updated this post to refer to those amendments.  Divorce can be a difficult and emotional time for everyone involved. One thing that can make the process even harder is the use of social media. In today’s digital age, social media has become a significant presence in our daily lives, but it can also be a source of stress and complications during a divorce. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why you should stay […]