Amicable After All: A Child’s View on Divorce Done Right with Callie Donavan

Better Than Bitter™ Divorce Podcast

Episode 1: Amicable After All: A Child’s View on Divorce Done Right with Callie Donavan

Introducing our Guest for Today's Episode:

Callie Donavan

Callie is in her 20's and comes from a very amicable set of divorced parents. She works in communications in journalism. She tells her story of her parents divorce from her perspective. She speaks about the gift her parents gave to her and her siblings in working very hard to make divorce not something for them to feel shame over.

Summary

In this episode of the Better Than Bitter Divorce Podcast, host Tania Leichliter speaks with Callie Donavan, an adult child of parents who navigated a child-centered divorce. They discuss the importance of amicable separations, the nesting approach to co-parenting, and how children perceive and adapt to divorce. Callie shares her personal experiences and insights on how her parents' thoughtful decisions made a significant difference in her life, emphasizing that divorce can be handled in a way that prioritizes the well-being of children. The conversation highlights the potential for positive outcomes even in challenging situations, encouraging listeners to envision a future where love prevails over conflict.

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Takeaways

• Divorce can be amicable and child-centered.
• Nesting can ease the transition for children.
• Communication between co-parents is crucial.
• Every child's experience of divorce is unique.
• Amicable divorces can lead to healthy family dynamics.
• Divorce doesn't have to be a negative experience.
• It's important to prioritize children's feelings during divorce.
• Parents can remain friends post-divorce.
• Children benefit from clear boundaries in co-parenting.
• Divorce can provide opportunities for personal growth.

Sound Bites

"Every divorce is different."

"Amicable divorce doesn't ruin your kids."

"Nesting is a great transition option."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Amicable Divorce

01:04 Child-Centered Divorce: A Personal Story

05:49 Nesting: A Unique Approach to Co-Parenting

11:51 Navigating Transitions Between Homes

17:54 The Impact of Divorce on Relationships

24:03 Key Takeaways and Conclusion

Keywords

amicable divorce, child-centered divorce, co-parenting, nesting, divorce resolution, family dynamics, divorce coaching, relationship advice, parenting plan, divorce stories

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