How to Raise a Child From a Broken Home

Children from a broken home can grow up to be healthy, happy and well-adjusted. Through open communication, a positive attitude and structure, parents can work together for their children's well-being. Parents have to put aside their own feelings about one another and come together as co-parents. Children of divorce can be left with feelings they do not understand or have the tools to cope with, so parents have to nurture their children through the process of healing.

Instructions

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      Openly communicate with co-parents about all aspects of parenting. According to an article at PsychologyToday.com, parents should agree to put the best interest of their children first, above whatever hurt feelings remain from their failed relationship. Both parties need to discuss school and social issues, and be present at extracurricular activities. Co-parents should commit to speaking positively inside their own home about the other parent. Successful co-parenting requires a positive attitude, openness and cooperation.

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      Maintain a set of rules and standards of behavior for children at both homes. An article at AskDrSears.com advises divorced parents against letting their children run wild without regulations. Some parents feel guilty that their children have a broken home and overcompensate by letting the children do whatever they wish. Parents need to maintain the structure necessary for raising healthy, happy children. Both parents' households should have the same rules to encourage the most stability in a child's life.

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      Spend more quality time talking with the children. The website Divorce Source advises parents to spend more time with their children and spend that time talking openly with children about the change in the family's circumstances. Allow children to communicate their feelings about the matter. Parents need to explain to children that their divorce is not the children's fault. Children need to be reassured that they are loved, wanted and important. It is up to parents to ensure that children understand the reality of the split between the parents, without painting either parent in a negative light.

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