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Supporting childrenAdvice, articles, links and information on supporting children during and after the breakdown of a relationshipArticles:How to help your children survive your divorceDivorce is one of the most traumatic events anyone can experience. But as difficult as it is for the couple involved, it can be even more upsetting for the children of the marriage. Children are often aware that there are problems in their parents' relationship, but that doesn't necessarily make a divorce easier to accept. Been-Dumped is a site dedicated to sharing advice on relationships and divorce. With over 25,000 members it's a great community to be part of.
We've helped thousands of people just like you!Once you have Registered this message will no longer display.Coping with being separated from your childrenBeing separated from your children after a divorce or relationship breakdown can be one of the most difficult times in a parent's life. The pain of not seeing your kids on a daily basis can cause separation anxiety for you, and the pain of being separated from kids is unlike any other pain imaginable. Even if you know you'll see and visit them again, adjusting to the change can be difficult to say the least. How to tell the childrenWhether your divorce is amicable or contentious, when and how to tell your children can be a difficult issue. Your children may already know that there are difficulties in your home life and marriage, but you may be surprised at the level of their sophistication and knowledge about divorce. Even if they are relieved to hear that a difficult home life is about to change, do not ever underestimate the degree to which your divorce can impact your children. The adults are not alone in feeling the stress and hurt of a strained family situation. You must take special steps to insulate your children and help them through the divorce process. Financial Survival for Single ParentsRaising children in today's world is expensive. Even the most basic needs are very costly. Factor in the fact that throughout the years there will be many items that children want and you could find yourself in debt rather quickly. It can be a struggle to make ends meet with two parents working, and it is even more difficult for single parents. Communication Between Divorced ParentsIf you and your ex-partner have children together then you are aware that the communication between you doesn't end when the relationship does. The children will always be a part of your lives and anything that concerns or affects them will in turn affect both of you. The lines of communication remain open between most divorced parents, at least on some level. Although it is good to keep the lines of communication open regarding the children, it can often present problems for parents that have moved on to new relationships. How to Help Your Child Deal with the Loss of a Loved OneDeath comes in many shapes and forms. Death is not avoidable, no matter how old you are. For children, their first death experience may be that of a pet turtle or someone more serious, like a parent or grandparent. Whether it is a pet or a person, dealing and recovering from a loss is always hard to do. There are ways to help your child deal with the loss of a loved one. Recommended ReadingSupporting Our Children: Family Impact of Child Maintenance  Divorce Related ReadingMoving Beyond Adultry and Divorce 
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At one point or another almost everyone has experienced a broken heart. Whether it happened in 3rd grade or a week before your 80th birthday, most of us can relate to the Celine Dion song "All by Myself" (even though we won't admit it). What's important is to get through this passing phase of your life. "Passing" is a verb I chose because you do get over it. Moving On After Being Dumped
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