July 2026

Making the decision to separate is never easy. Whether the choice was mutual or one-sided, the early days can feel overwhelming. Emotions often run high, and practical questions quickly follow. A helpful starting point is to pause before making major decisions, focus on any children’s immediate needs, gather basic financial information and consider family mediation […]

Parenting after separation can be challenging at the best of times. When a child is struggling with behavioural difficulties, those challenges can feel amplified. Differences in parenting style, communication breakdown, and unresolved conflict can unintentionally make matters harder for everyone – especially the child. At Vollans Mediation, we often support separated parents who are trying