Relationships

Rise of the 'competitively exhausted' parents (and how to spot if YOU'RE one)

Warning for families as summer holidays leads to a surge in divorces

Mum's agony as ex husband refuses to return son after contact visit

'I'm a relationship expert and this is why the “777” rule doesn’t work’

Major family law 'shake-up' will see separating parents FINED for refusing mediation

Divorces could become cheaper and court battles avoided as 'outdated' laws are reviewed

How to defuse an argument with your partner

How gambling affects families and where to get help

12 rows every couple with kids has at least once

7 things to know about separating from your partner

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Domestic abuse and domestic violence: where to get help and support

Domestic abuse takes many forms. If you're experiencing physical or mental abuse, bullying,…

Surviving an affair

While you grapple with the immediate emotional fall out caused by an affair, surviving it…

Introducing a new partner to your kids

You’ve got a new partner … and now it’s time to introduce them to your kids. We’ve got…

Rise of the 'competitively exhausted' parents (and how to spot if YOU'RE one)

Tired of having the same old argument with your partner about, er, who’s more tired? You’re…

Divorcing or separating is one of the toughest situations you can find yourself in as a parent. This section helps you navigate the emotional and practical issues you're likely to encounter.

How to cope when you split up from your partner

A relationship break-up is always hard. And it's even tougher when you have children to…

Helping your child through a separation or divorce

Going through a separation or divorce is one of the toughest situations you may ever face…

Divorce or separation: what happens to your home

When a relationship breaks down, minimising the impact on the kids is always a top…

Warning for families as summer holidays leads to a surge in divorces

The strain of 'playing happy families' during the summer takes its toll as divorces soar in…

Mum's agony as ex husband refuses to return son after contact visit

She’s desperate to get her 7 year old home, and has asked other parents for advice … but…

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