Separating

If you have recently separated from your partner and are now a single parent, it’s important to know what your first steps might be. We provide information on a range of questions, issues and concerns you may have to consider.

As single parents, there’s a lot tied up with our close relationships. Take a look at My relationships on our ‘My life and me’ website.

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Just separated

Information on the issues and concerns if you have just separated from your partner.

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Your Parenting Plan

A ‘Parenting Plan’ is a voluntary agreement between you and your child’s other parent about arrangements for your children.

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Speaking to your children about divorce and separation

Lots of parents contact us for advice about how to talk to their children about divorce and separation. This can be a difficult and emotional time for the whole family. We hope that you are getting the support you need to cope.

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Our news updates reflect the work of One Parent Families Scotland and the issues affecting single parents today.