The Real Mom's Guide to Surviving Divorce

Even an amicable split will take a psychological toll on the entire family. Melissa V. found therapy especially helpful to get her and her two children through a separation. "I got divorced when they were 4 and 2, and I took them to a very good counselor who specializes in child psychology as well as divorce issues," she recalls. "It helped them a lot." Meeting with a therapist is a great way to talk about feelings and make sense of a confusing scenario. The therapist may also be able to advise you on how to move on when your ex is still involved in your life.