Breaking up is hard to do but even harder when children are involved...
Breakups are something I hear about all the time [and I've been through a few myself] - who hasn't been through one? The problem is they're already complicated enough but even more so if a child/children is involved. I've tackled one woman's dilemma about how to break the news to their daughter that they're divorcing in my Love Clinic on IVillage UK - I'll put a link in here but it goes live later.
TODAY’S TIP: the most important tip I can give on this topic is remember your child is like an emotional sponge - they soak up everything you say as well as your emotional state.
So always be aware that if you've had a disagreement, e.g., during the day when your child was at school with your ex [or soon-to-be ex] that you need to calm your emotional-vibe down before your child gets home.
Awareness is key that you have to keep on top of your mood state to make sure you don't negatively affect your child's mood.
Wishing anyone and any parents going through a breakup the best of luck, Pamx