6 Tips on How to Introduce Your Kids to Your New Partner After Divorce
4. Find the right place
It is necessary to find the right place to talk to your kids. It should not be done when they are busy with something or when they are stressed with studies. You also must not start the discussion while driving or visiting friends. More importantly, do not break the news right when you are about to take them to meet your new partner. The right place could be home and the right time would be when they are ready to listen to you.
5. Be frank and do not beat around the bush
Kids do not like to be talked in a round-about fashion. Be frank and truthful. Explain what you have thought about your future and stick to it. Answer their questions without blaming them for anything. Never talk ill about your ex-spouse as it can be very disturbing for the kids. After all, that person is still a father to them. An introverted child may not ask anything and this must be taken care of by you.
6. Make them feel comfortable
Kids usually feel that they would lose their time with you if you get a new partner. Give them enough time and make them feel comfortable. If they do not want to talk about your new partner, respect that. Take extra care in handling their needs and whenever you are going to be out with you new partner, inform them. If you have given them a time when you will be back, keep to it.
