Resources for Parents
Finding clarity in complexity through professional information and examples.
Delay Through a Developmental Lens: Why Time Is Not Neutral For Young Children
In family justice debates we speak about safeguarding, proportionality and risk. We speak far less about developmental time. For infants and toddlers, prolonged contact suspension is not simply a pause in a relationship. It can alter it. Developmental psychology tells...
International Men’s Day, Separation and Suicide Risk
Why the way we work within the Family Justice System Matters for Men and their children. By Alison Bushell, Founder and Lead Consultant, Child and Family Solutions ltd. On 19 November, International Men’s Day invites us to support men and boys and to reflect on their...
The removal of the presumption of parental involvement: Potential impacts on men, mental health and the family courts
The Government’s recent announcement that it intends to remove the statutory presumption of parental involvement (often understood as a presumption of some form of contact after separation) represents one of the most significant proposed changes to private law...
The benefits of out of court mediation for conflict resolution
Family conflict can be emotionally draining, especially when it involves children, finances or property. Going to court often adds stress, cost and formality to an already tense situation. It can also create a 'battlefield' mentality. Out of court mediation offers a...
Understanding supervised visits in the community: A Guide for Families
Introduction to supervised family time. Supervised family time allows children to spend time safely with their parents or loved ones in familiar, welcoming places such as parks or family homes. This service allows children to keep meaningful connections with their...
Parental Alienation FAQs Answered
There are many signs, some very subtle, others not so, that a child may have been coached by a parent. In our work with children we sometimes find for instance that there is a clear disparity between what they are saying and how they are saying it, so for example if...
Effective Family Dispute Resolution: Your Guide to Peaceful Solutions
Introduction to Dispute Resolution Family mediation is a cost-effective way to resolve family disputes, helping you and your ex partner reach an agreement on issues like child arrangements and financial stuff. It is designed to reduce conflict, allowing both you and...
Effective Parenting Plan Mediation for Healthy Co-Parenting Solutions
Introduction to Parenting Plans A parenting plan is a written agreement between parents that outlines the arrangements for their child’s care and wellbeing after separation or divorce. It sets out practical details in a clear way, covering how decisions will be made,...
Rebuilding the Relationship with My Child: 7 Practical Steps for Success
Introduction Rebuilding the relationship with your child after a difficult time or separation is a challenging but hopeful journey. Whether caused by divorce, emotional estrangement, or court-imposed contact restrictions, parents need to repair the bond and create a...
Can I Request a Different Service to Cafcass? Faster Expert Assessments Explained
Introduction to Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) Cafcass plays an essential role in family court proceedings by advising the court on what is best for children. However, the Cafcass process can be slow and challenging, often taking...
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