Are you a grandparent struggling to see your grandchildren after a divorce, separation, or family dispute? You’re not alone. Family mediation can help you find a way forward. It’s often an unexpected and emotional situation that grandparents find themselves in – being cut off from their grandchildren. If this resonates with you, know that you’re […]
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Going through a separation or divorce can be a stressful and emotional time, especially when children are involved. One of the biggest challenges parents face is figuring out how to co-parent effectively while keeping their children’s needs at the forefront. That’s where a parenting plan comes in. A well-crafted parenting plan can help parents establish
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Ah, Christmas—it’s the time of year filled with twinkling lights, too many mince pies, and more than a little holiday magic. But if you’re co-parenting, especially after a recent separation, the festive season can also come with its fair share of logistical headaches. Who gets the kids on Christmas Eve? How do you keep things
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Understanding parental conflict Parental conflict arises when separated parents have differing ideas, opinions, values, or priorities. While it’s normal for separated parents to disagree, ongoing and unresolved conflict can significantly harm children’s well-being. Harmful conflict can manifest in various forms. It might start with shouting, criticising, blaming, or ignoring each other and can escalate to
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What is Child Inclusive Mediation (CIM)? Child Inclusive Mediation (CIM) is the opportunity for your children to be included in the mediation process. It gives them a voice when you’re discussing arrangements for the future. Above all, CIM is a wellbeing conversation for children, a safe space to speak and process. It’s not a chance
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When you decide to introduce a new partner to your children it’s a significant step in your personal life, but it does require careful planning and thinking ahead. Prioritising what your children need and maintaining a positive co-parenting relationship are key. Here are 5 things to consider. Plan ahead: Ideally, when you’re in the process
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When parents are no longer together, school holidays can be challenging and need careful thought. Some collaboration is needed to make a schedule that fulfils a child’s needs and allows for valuable time with each parent. Establishing a clear timetable that sets out how holidays will be shared between you is key. Any schedule should
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The C100 is the court form you will use to make an application to the court for a Child Arrangements Order. There are a number of reasons why we may provide you with a C100 during the mediation process. Here are some examples:- If you attend a MIAM and don’t want to proceed any further
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Top tips direct from children and young people with experience of their parents separating, to help parents to think about things from their child’s perspective. Download Top Tips for Parents who are Separated
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For all families, the Covid-19 pandemic created worry and difficulties. For separated/separating families the impact on the parents and especially the children has been compounded. OnlyMums & Dads produced this excellent follow to to 101 Questions to answer the most frequently asked questions they received during the Covid-19 pandemic. Download your copy of Separation and
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