But avoid being completely alone. Plan a vacation with friends, or do something special for yourself. Remember, your time with the children is your own, and your children's time with the other parent is equally private. There are many resources available to parents of divorced and blended families. Mediation and psycho-educational programs provide tools for learning how to communicate with the other parent and their children.
Bookstores offer a wealth of information on parenting, divorce, step-families, etc.
Women's Counseling Services has a listing of books that we find useful for children and families that we would be happy to mail you. Remember, while marriages sometimes end, families do not. The role of a parent is lifelong. Two homes and two families can work, as you gain the knowledge, resources, and solutions to providing the best possible environments for your children. Robin Kaminski is the Executive Director at Women's Counseling Services of Berks Co., Inc., who offers a variety of classes and support groups on coping skills as it relates to divorce.