
Separation & Divorce Foundations
A comprehensive foundation for parenting through separation — protecting children through the transition and building two homes that feel safe.
Written for separating or separated parents, at any stage.
What we'll cover.
The planned curriculum for this Foundations course. Each module is being written and reviewed to the same standard as every published Thrive course.
- Module 01
What Children Actually Need
The evidence on what protects children through family change.
- Module 02
Telling Them, and Talking Since
How to have the conversation, and the many that follow.
- Module 03
Grief, Anger and Regression
Understanding the behaviour that arrives after separation.
- Module 04
Two Homes, One Childhood
Building predictability, belonging and routine across households.
- Module 05
Co-Parenting Communication
Practical, low-conflict communication with your child's other parent.
- Module 06
Keeping Children Out of Conflict
Loyalty binds, messages passed through children and adult feelings.
- Module 07
New Partners and Blended Families
Timing, pace and introducing change carefully.
- Module 08
Your Own Steadiness
Looking after yourself so your children can lean on you.
While Foundations is being written, explore a specific challenge.
- Focused course
Helping Children Understand Separation & Divorce
Age-appropriate conversations, children's reactions, reducing fear and uncertainty, supporting emotional adjustment.
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Co-Parenting That Supports Children
Healthy communication, consistency across homes, managing disagreements, keeping children out of conflict.
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Supporting Big Emotions During Family Change
Anxiety, anger, sadness, grief, emotional regulation and building resilience.
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Creating Stability Between Two Homes
Routines, transitions, attachment, school consistency, belonging and predictability.
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Blended Families & New Relationships
Introducing new partners, step-parent relationships, sibling dynamics, building trust, managing expectations.
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Helping Children Thrive After Divorce
Long-term adjustment, confidence, healthy relationships, emotional resilience and looking toward the future.
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