By My Thriving Child, in partnership with Frolo

Divorce can feel like a storm—emotional, disorienting, and full of uncertainty. But as a parent navigating separation, there is good news: this chapter can also become the foundation for a future where your child doesn't just survive the changes... but genuinely thrives through them.

At My Thriving Child, we’ve supported thousands of parents just like you, and together with Frolo, we want to equip you with three core pillars to guide you and your family through this journey:

👉 Supporting Your Kids

👉 Supporting Yourself

👉 Building a Strong Co-Parenting Relationship

Let’s break each of them down.

1. Supporting Your Kids: Beyond the First Conversation

Telling your children you're separating is one of the hardest moments a parent can face. While many parents prepare for the initial conversation with love and empathy, the real journey is what comes after.

Most children continue to process divorce throughout their entire development. From toddlers to teens, they’ll revisit the meaning of your separation at every new stage of understanding. That’s why ongoing support, not just a one-off chat, is key.

Here are four stages where kids need support:
- Before you tell them: Prepare their emotional world.
- The conversation itself: Present a united message.
- Helping them adjust: Children need certainty and a sense of control.
- The long haul: Support through future stages and questions.

🧠 Science shows that children who feel emotionally ‘held’ during divorce build stronger attachment styles, better mental health, and even perform better academically.

✨ Through our partnership with Frolo we are offering you a free masterclass with leading therapist Hannah Strong, who will walk you through how to ensure your child thrives. You can get access here.

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2. Supporting Yourself: Because You Can’t Pour from an Empty Cup

You are your child’s secure base. But when you're running on empty, it becomes impossible to offer that sense of safety and stability.

Studies show children do best when their parents feel emotionally resourced. Whether your separation is amicable or high-conflict, grief, loss and overwhelm are part of the terrain. Seeking your own support—especially therapy—is not a luxury. It’s a lifeline for both you and your child.

“I always say: this is a marathon, not a sprint. You don’t need to be perfect—but you do need to be present, and that requires looking after yourself first.” – Hannah Strong, Therapist & Founder, My Thriving Child

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3. Supporting Your Co-Parenting Relationship: Collaboration Over Conflict

You don’t need to be best friends with your ex to build a secure future for your children—but you do need to communicate respectfully, align on key values, and prioritise your child’s emotional wellbeing together.

Start with a shared plan:
- Agree on how and when to tell the children
- Set consistent boundaries and routines between homes
- Create open channels so kids feel safe to talk about the separation with both parents
- Avoid conflict in front of the children at all costs

Invite your co-parent to access the free masterclass too. Everything is recorded and can be watched in their own time, making collaboration easier. Sign up here.

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🎁 Ready to Get It Right for Your Children? Watch Our Free Masterclass

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to begin, we’ve created a FREE masterclass that walks you through exactly what your child needs at every step of your separation.

You’ll learn:
✅ How to help your child feel emotionally safe
✅ The 7 psychological needs they must have met
✅ Why this can be the best opportunity to rewire their brain for positivity

📺 Watch Now

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Final Thoughts: You’ve Got This!

We know how tough this journey is. But we also know how powerful and transformative it can be—with the right guidance.

This is your chance to break cycles, raise emotionally secure children, and build a future where you and your kids can thrive (it’s so possible if you know how!).

From one separated parent to another: you’ve got this.

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