The following are some helpful tips that parents can keep in mind when discussing the divorce with the children:nTell the truth. Your children are going to have questions about why you are splitting up. Answer those questions honestly, but consider what information the child is capable of understanding based on his or her age and level of maturity. Even if your intentions are good, lying or keeping information from your child will backfire if your child discovers that you lied. Find a way to be truthful while keeping the talk age-appropriate.