Children living in separated family situations fare best when their relationship with each of their parents continues to be close. Putting Children First helps mothers and fathers unlock and resolve the conflict around contact with children that can arise during and after separation. Using strategies such as parenting plans, scripted phone calls and parenting meetings, the book will enable parents to communicate effectively on all the most important things in their children's lives - and make relaxed arrangements for the continued involvement by both parents with their children.
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So many people who are attempting to cope with family separation need help. The Centre for Separated Families offers a wide ranging, imaginative series of programmes, run by people with just the right level of expertise. (Professor Judy Dunn, Institute of Psychiatry, London )
Putting Children First: a handbook for separated parents by Karen and Nick Woodall (Piatkus Books, 2007) is, quite simply, the best book on separation that we have ever read. Both the authors work at the Centre for Separated Families and have a wealth of (Fatherhood Institute )
The book is clearly set out and the chapters logically and thoroughly explore all the issues that might arise before reaching a conclusion with sound advice on each topic (Parenting Without Tears )
When the authors of a book have been through the scenario and actually run a centre for Separated Families, you know you can trust the content and benefit from the knowledge shared. With family separations being part of today's society, it is important t (From Bump to Grump )
Putting Children First: a handbook for separated parents by Karen and Nick Woodall (Piatkus Books, 2007) is, quite simply, the best book on separation that we have ever read. Both the authors work at the Centre for Separated Families and have a wealth of (Fatherhood Institute )
The book is clearly set out and the chapters logically and thoroughly explore all the issues that might arise before reaching a conclusion with sound advice on each topic (Parenting Without Tears )
When the authors of a book have been through the scenario and actually run a centre for Separated Families, you know you can trust the content and benefit from the knowledge shared. With family separations being part of today's society, it is important t (From Bump to Grump )
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Skills and advice for building co-operative arrangements for sharing care of children
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26 of 26 people found the following review helpful
By Sue Pollock
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I have just finished reading this book and wish I had been able to read it two years ago when I was going through a nasty divorce. My children suffered horribly all through the process because I was an emotional wreck and was obsessed with getting my own back on their dad. Two years on and I can look back and see what I did wrong - if I had had this book then I would have known that what I was feeling was normal but that I didn't need to react as I did. Their dad was to blame for the end of our relationship not them and he did want to keep seeing them and spending time with them but I couldn't let them as I was so angry. Now they see him rarely and I know that they miss him. If you are going through divorce, read this and get your ex to read it. Children don't deserve to be caught up in their parents mess.
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By Toni P
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I am forty seven and recently got divorced from my wife of 23 years by mutual consent. We were really worried about how this would affect our kids so we bought as many books as possible on the subject and read them from cover to cover. I am relieved to find that what we thought we were doing right was actually right! We always wanted to provide the kids with a new way of life that included both of us and our kids go from my home to thier mom's and back several times a week to suit themselves. We live close by so its easy for them to do that but I thought they might think we were weird or wonder why we split up in the first place it was so easy. This book made me realise that we are very lucky in being able to still respect each other and our children and that so many other people don't get to this place very easily. Putting Children First gave me lots of new ideas too, for things to do with the kids and for ways of working out what to do in the future if one of us meets another person, which is bound to happen sooner or later. Anyway just wanted to say that not everyone finds it impossible but even those who find it easy need reassurance that they are getting it right and this book does just that in a very straightforward way. Its got something for everyone and I recommend it highly.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
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I have just split up from my partner and she has got my two daughters living with her. We have argued and argued. This book has helped me to negotiate with her and I now see my girls more often and they are happier. I was gutted when my relationship split up but the book also has lots of advice for dealing with that. The book is written in a clear, direct way that is easy to follow.It explains things from a child's point of view and shows you ways to improve communication. I recommend it!
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My kids hate me
Worked on one of my kiddies but the other two wan't nothing to do with me (oops misread "children for "myself")hehe
Published 10 days ago by India 10
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Just Brilliant
I work with a lot of separated or separating parents. We have to acknowledge that the vast majority of parents want to protect their children from the effects of divorce but find... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jim Harris
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Must read!
An excellent support for all parents, not just separated ones. Even in the most amicable of situations this highlights the need for parents, grandparents and all other extended... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Ms Holly Gibb
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Good read for those going through a seperation
I found this book really helpful and not just with the children in mind, it also helped with emotions/feeling the parents go through. Read more
Published 19 months ago by pamelah
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nice book
nice book easy to read good advice - nothing too complicating i bought it not as a parent but as a grand parent whose son is going through a difficult separation and it helped me
Published 22 months ago by em
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Read alongside FAMILY COURT HELL.
A good book I found, but also read Family Court HELL as that book goes inside the UK's worst ever child access case-if that does n't stop a parent wanting to obstruct their child's... Read more
Published 23 months ago by plymouth dad.
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Too extreme
Some parents have difficulties considering children at all during the process of divorce and become self centered, this book proposes to parent to forget about themselves and live... Read more
Published on 17 Mar 2011 by M. Bongrand
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Its good guide for parents about to seperate...not for others
My husband and I have already divorced and so when I bought this book I was looking for a guide on what to do next...how to move forward. Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2010 by Mehreen
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Great book If read!!!
This book deals with most of the issues surrounding a couples break and how to put the child/children first. Read more
Published on 10 Sep 2010 by Helpfulbob
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Best book for separating parents
I work professionally with families and children. This is, in my opinion, the best book for separating parents that is on the market. Read more
Published on 21 April 2010 by Duncan Fisher
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