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Family and... Divorce

Christmas is such a magical time but for some, it magnifies problems within a marriage that simply cannot be ignored anymore.

Spending lots of time with each other, without the distractions of everyday life, can sometimes be the final straw and January is often the month with the highest divorce rates.

Couples tend to avoid thinking about divorce in the run-up to Christmas, particularly if children are involved, but see the New Year as a chance to face up to their problems.

With this in mind, we've included some advice from Relate about getting help for your relationship sooner.

For a basic overview of the legal process, there's a helpful guide from Directgov.

We then explore some of the issues of being a single parent.

And for those who are part of a step-family, we get to grips with how to make it work.

 

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Single Parents
 
Did you know that there are currently 1.9 million single parents living with dependent children in the UK?
 
If you've just become a single parent, you may be feeling uncertain of what lies ahead. It can be difficult to face all of the practical issues of your new situation, let alone cope with the emotional side of things.
 
It takes time for everyone to adapt to the changes, and as a parent your main concern will be how your children are coping. But it's important to look after yourself too, and to find help and support if you need it.
 
Here are some tips to help you tackle some of the immediate issues that may crop up and gain a renewed sense of hope for the future:
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