Divorce & Separation
It is no secret that being a stepparent is much different than being a parent. It is also true that being a remarried parent is different from being a parent in your first marriage. Starting a stepfamily is filled with the joys of a new beginning and the fear of the unknown, being unsure of how everyone will get along in this new environment. There is no doubt that you want your stepfamily to be a happy and healthy one for everyone. However, you may be feeling that the natural forces of human relationships have aligned against you.
The process of going through a divorce is complex, and something children do not fully understand. It causes turmoil in the family from the time of separation all the way through the divorce process. There is a lot of pain for both parents and children. There really is no easy way to get through a divorce, but there are things you can do to help your child cope with the emotional crisis that comes as a result of divorce