Re-partnering and blended families: Steps to making it work
Divorce can be a negative word. To many it represents long drawn-out stress and sadness, followed by a life lived alone. ... Read More
Useful Articles
Understanding correct social media etiquette during a separation
Whether we like it or not, social media has become a huge part of our lives. Even those who try to ‘stay off it’ can find themselves unwittingly on it.... Read More
Things to look forward to after you separate that may be a nice surprise
Becoming a divorcee is not something we aspire to. In fact, the very word ‘divorce’ fills us with dread … usually with good reason. The process of a relationship breakdown is nothing if not stressful.... Read More
FACT SHEET: Child Support Options
Divorce and Financial/Property Settlement are two different and separate Family Law matters, but they are commonly confused as one single matter.... Read More
The best books to borrow or buy to help you through divorce
The process of a separation is a long one. It starts with the initial breakdown of the relationship and the doubts that you may no longer be ‘till death do us part’. ... Read More
50 Empowering mantras to help you through your divorce
Divorce is stressful. In fact, according to the Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS), it is the second most stressful life event, with only ‘death of a spouse/child’ beating it to the No.1 spot. Interestingly, ‘marriage’ sits at No.7!... Read More
FACT SHEET: The Divide Difference
Divorce and Financial/Property Settlement are two different and separate Family Law matters, but they are commonly confused as one single matter.... Read More
Coping with loneliness when you first become a single parent
Being in a family unit with a partner and children is a life full of company, conversation, activity .. and the feeling that you barely get a minute to yourself. For this reason, when you separate and become a co-parent or sole-parent, your world will change dramatically in many ways. One emotion which many single parents experience, often unexpectedly, is loneliness. ... Read More
How to start over after divorce
Getting divorced is a lengthy process, in some cases it can last for years. From accepting that your relationship is failing, through to the practicalities of separating and the financial separation, it can be easy to lose sight of what life will be like when it is over. ... Read More