Although there is a great deal of literature discussing the impact of divorce on children, there really is no clear cut way to break the news to them. Each family unit is unique, but the following five tips may make it less traumatic for both you and your children:

• Discuss what you plan to tell the children;
• Agree on what you do not plan to tell the children;
• Tell your children together with your ex-spouse;
• Reinforce to the children that the divorce is not their fault;
• Ensure that the children know the divorce is not reversible.

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