A divorce is never easy; even when you and your partner can amicably agree on most issues, talking to your children about the divorce can be extremely difficult for both you and your kids. The Law Office and Mediation Center of Jeannine M. Talbot, a Torrington divorce lawyer with over 20 years of experience, shares some tips for discussing this sensitive issue with your children.

When you're dissolving your marriage, it's important to:

• Be Truthful: Giving an honest, appropriate explanation for the breakup is not only easier to maintain, but it also shows your kids that you understand their stake in your relationship. Stick to short reasons, and make sure they know that it doesn't mean either of you love them any less.
• Have Solutions: At first, your children will likely be worried about what the divorce means for their day-to-day lives, so have answers for their concerns ready. Acknowledge that there will be some major changes, and explain the agreements you've already made.
• Avoid Blame: One key to minimizing the damage of a divorce is to avoid blaming or expressing negative opinions of your spouse. No matter how egregious either party's behavior may have been, keeping the acrimony behind closed doors will be enormously beneficial to your kids.

With The Law Office and Mediation Center of Jeannine M. Talbot, you'll get the benefit of a divorce lawyer who is committed to finding mutually agreeable solutions to your divorce issues, decreasing the cost and stress of what is already an extremely difficult process. She offers a wide range of family law services, from custody issues to divorce settlements. Visit her website to learn more, or call (860) 482-9004 to schedule a consultation with a lawyer today.