Introducing a new partner to your kids can be complicated, and requires careful thought and planning to get it right. So we asked parenting and relationship coach Nichole Farrow to join us to share her advice on how to introduce a new partner, including: Fostering good communication with the other parent The importance of a gradual introduction - baby steps all the way Ensuring thoughtful planningSetting and sticking to boundariesThe challenges and joy of a blended family And the need for patience, allowing time for adjustment in the new family dynamics.00:00 Introductions 02:00The generation of divorce 03:35 What to think about before introducing a new partner 04:50 Letting your co-parent know first08:10 How to tell your co-parent, you have a new partner 12:50 How to introduce a new partner to your children 14:20 If you take anything away, it’s take baby steps 14:38 Tips on how to help children if it is not managed correctly 18:45 Do different aged children need a different approach? 21:10 How to best introduce the children to each other 23:00 Adapting to new roles and family dynamics 23:42 How to introduce yourself to your partner’s children26:20 The role of stepparents 28:06 The importance of setting clear boundaries for all 29:05 The use of parenting plans 29:26 How to handle and nurture blended families 31:07 What can you do if your blended family is not working well? 34:14 Nichole’s top tips for introducing a new partner Additional resourcesSupporting children through divorce: https://youtu.be/tMbi1vqkg4EHow to co-parent calmly and the challenges of blended families - https://youtu.be/7OGpehg2cws Parenting alongside a narcissist https://youtu.be/b10mkX4Y3og How to get a child arrangements order? https://youtu.be/YRnaUVqn95c How to vary a child arrangements order? https://youtu.be/ackFKq5ITJU Do I need my ex’s permission to take the kids on holiday https://youtu.be/Qi-Wg4mqjno  If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2 Join our list to get the latest from our lawyers, divorce coaches and relationship experts sent monthly to your inbox. Everything you need, in one 🔎 Access further free resources to help you through a relationship breakdown and beyond at Stowe support. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stowefamilylawuk Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/stowefamilylaw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stowe-family-law/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/StoweFamilyLaw1 This podcast is brought to you by the Stowe talks team at Stowe Family Law - https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/

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