Married, With Children

Posted by Dawn

January 5, 2010

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When single parents remarry it can be hard on children. At times, it doesn’t necessarily matter if the child is familiar with the soon to be spouse, it signifies that the end to any hope the child may have had of their parents getting back together is officially at an end.

While some are lucky in that their children don’t remember their parents as a ‘couple’ many more do, and while there may be some issues when navigating these waters, it can be done.

Understanding where your child may be coming from is important. While the differences between a child who never knew their parents together and one who had are apparent, the overall feelings involved may be the same. A parent’s remarriage signifies an end to something that was familiar and comfortable. The parent/ child relationship will change. It’s a hard thing to avoid, but reassuring your child that they are loved will help.

There is also a potential for a negative reaction if your child was hoping that both parents would one day reconnect. Talking to your child and reassuring then that both parents still have more than enough love to give can also help the transition.

While there are still many potential obstacles, overall most problems may be helped with some understanding and talking. Being open and honest, while still age appropriate may really help out in large amounts. It may be a difficult transition, but far from impossible.

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