Discussing Divorce

The First Five Years is a weekly radio program presented by Maryland Family Network and airing on WEAA 88.9 FM. The program was previously on WYPR 88.1 FM. The series is focused on the extraordinary developmental period from birth to age five. The First Five Years highlights the challenges and opportunities related to nurturing young children and helping them build a solid foundation for success in school and in life. This program is made possible in part by M&T Charitable Foundation.

Discussing Divorce

You tried working things out. But it’s over. Now you must break the news. Explaining divorce or separation to a young child is hard. So finding the age appropriate words and actions is important. We have some tips to help ease the pain.

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Resources & Links

Talking to Very Young Children About Divorce (Zero to Three)
How to talk to Your Children About Divorce (American Academy of Pediatrics)