When parents separate, one of the most challenging aspects to navigate is how to manage child arrangements, especially during school holidays and when planning holidays abroad. These times, which should be filled with joy and relaxation for children, can often become a
Most people assume the biggest mistakes in divorce happen in dramatic moments: a court hearing, a heated argument, a final settlement. But in my experience, the most damaging mistakes occur much earlier, when pressure first arrives and you do not yet realise
The type of support your children might need will depend on their personalities and the reasons for and the nature of the divorce, is it amicable or a war? Let’s assume significant amounts of child centred insight on both parents’ parts and
Sponsored post by Everyman Justice. A parent once told me he knew the moment his anxiety began. It was not during a hearing. It was not during a confrontation. It was when he opened the safeguarding letter and began reading the summary
Sponsored post by Jones Myers. Over 15 per cent of the UK population – which equates to one in seven people – are neurodivergent, which means their brains work in different ways. Neurodivergency is not a medical condition or a disorder, but a
In February, thoughts often turn to romance with messages about Valentine’s Day circulating everywhere on social media and in every shop on the high street. It’s easy to be drawn into the hype and see our own relationships or potential relationships through
From the outside, her life looks solid. A stable marriage. A reliable partner. Children who are thriving. A career she’s worked hard to build. A life that, by most measures, should feel fulfilling. And yet, internally, something has been eroding for a
Divorce is widely cited as one of life’s most taxing experiences, ranking high on the scale of emotional and physical stress. Amidst the sea of legal paperwork and emotional recalibration, one of the most daunting hurdles is the question of “home.” Whether
Sponsored post by Fair Result. The ‘Day After’ Clarity The day after your divorce is final can feel like a whirlwind. Relief, sadness, hope, and anxiety might all swirl together as you step into a future that’s suddenly wide open. If you’re feeling
In 2015, the law in England and Wales fundamentally changed how domestic abuse was understood. With the introduction of section 76 of the Serious Crime Act 2015, the criminal law finally recognised that abuse does not have to be violent to be
Sponsored post by Everyman Justice. A parent sits at their kitchen table late at night, reading the same court letter for the fourth time. They understand the words individually, but not what is really being asked of them or what might happen
One may get through the Christmas season with all the parties and business gatherings. Going solo is fine. Holiday decorations and rituals can temporarily distract us from divorce proceedings. Families surround us and can be supportive during this difficult time. The world
