When Kids Miss the Other Parent
Use this drawing activity to help children feel closer to a parent they may be missing.
- Print two copies of this page. Talk together about what it means to miss someone, and how it’s normal to feel sad when you miss someone.
- Ask children to draw a picture of each parent, including themselves if they like. Each parent might also contribute to the portrait in some way, by signing it, spraying perfume or cologne on it, or just kissing it!
- Explain that kids can keep a portrait at each home: the portrait of Mommy at Daddy’s home, and the portrait or Daddy at Mommy’s home. This way, when they miss the other parent, they’ll have a reminder of them right there.
A Monster-Fairy Problem
A video about the challenges and joys of a blended Muppet family.
Adjusting to Two Homes
Use this video to show children that many other kids have two homes.
Co-parenting Conversations
Simple conversation starters to develop your parenting partnership.
Tell Me About It
Asking children questions and listening to their answers lets you know what’s on their minds.
Adjusting to Blended Families
These pointers can help you guide a child through a new family dynamic.
Taking Care of Yourself
A few ideas to help grown-ups take care of themselves during a divorce, too.
Dealing With Divorce
An overview of strategies adults can use to help kids understand divorce and adjust to the changes it brings.
