Pennsylvania parents like you want what is best for your child, even in the midst of divorce. Deciding to split when you have a child is a difficult decision to make. No matter what, chances are you want to make it as easy as possible.
Fortunately, there are ways to limit the damage news of divorce can bring about. While it is not possible to take away the harm that divorce does, collaboration can do a fair amount to improve the situation.
Know what information to share
Psychology Today discusses the impact that divorce has on kids, and how you can mitigate the damage. First, tell your child sooner rather than later to give them more time to adjust to the concept. Next, share as much information as possible. There are things you should not share with a child, but you can tell them things like the potential visitation schedule, who will move out of the house and so forth.
Working with your co-parent
The best way to do work effectively with your co-parent is through collaboration. Work together, not against each other. Your child can tell when you and your co-parent are arguing. They often pick up on residual anger and annoyance and may internalize it. By cooperating together and working as harmoniously as possible, you ease some of their potential concerns.
Not only that, but you are teaching them good coping skills for the future, too. By being able to cooperate with your co-parent, you teach your child the values of collaborating despite differences.
Finally, cooperating with your co-parent makes it much easier to share information. It is harder to get on the same page when you do not want to communicate with your co-parent. When you can freely share information, you can avoid confusing gaffes like sharing the wrong info or different stories.
Speaking with a skilled attorney can give you a better understanding of how collaboration could better your unique personal situation.
