Going through a divorce is emotionally trying for all parties involved, and it can be especially difficult for parents to break the news to their children. At Bates Law Firm PLLC in Wadesboro, NC, their caring and compassionate staff will guide you through every step of the divorce proceedings and offer insightful advice when you need it most.

Here are three tips for telling your children about your divorce:

• Keep A Unified Front: Children thrive on consistency. If you and your spouse each tell them a different story, it’s going to upset them more. Even if you have conflicting parenting styles, it is critical that you and your spouse maintain a unified front during the separation process.

• Don’t Blame Your Spouse: Children are highly inquisitive, but that doesn’t mean you have to answer all their questions. Use neutral language if they ask why you’re getting divorced to discourage them from choosing a side. Whether your spouse is entirely responsible for the divorce or it was by agreement, your children need to know both parents will always love them.

• Wait Until You Have Worked Out The Details: Do not tell your children about the divorce until you and your spouse are certain you are going through with it. If possible, refrain from telling them until you have signed a divorce agreement that specifies the custody arrangement. Once you tell your children you are getting a divorce, they will want to know how it affects them. A custody agreement will let you answer all their questions.

If you are considering a divorce, turn to Bates Law Firm PLLC in Wadesboro, NC. Visit their website to learn more about their legal services and call (704) 694-0195 to talk to a divorce lawyer.