How to explain to a child that dad has a new woman?

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Every Friday at 19:00, in the romantic reality show "Nominated for a Tata" on STB, viewers watch how single fathers build relationships.

The heroes and their potential brides have only a month to look at each other and decide whether to stay together or not. An important factor is how the child will accept the new woman. Project psychologist Valeria Kot-Sotnichuk told how to properly start a conversation with a son or daughter on this topic.

“One of the best options when the child himself says that it's time for dad to find a new 'aunt', 'girlfriend' or 'girlfriend'. He is thus motivated to build new relationships for his father. He develops a willingness to accept a new family member, the appearance of a new woman in his life, - says the psychologist. – In any case, you should prepare your son or daughter for the meeting in advance. It is better to find a convenient moment for such a conversation - when the child radiates positive emotions, he is joyful, satisfied, happy. If you just scolded him or he is offended by you, then it is better to reschedule this conversation next time. "

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According to Valeria, it is very important for adults themselves not to be afraid of such conversations and to be ready to answer uncomfortable questions: "And now you will love her more than me?", "Are you feeling bad with me?", "Do you need someone else?" Children have a peculiarity to take everything personally, so it is important to convey to the child that your relationship with him is forever and that you love him, no matter what, and this is invariable. The answer should be kindly, calmly, it is advisable to hug the child at the same time.

“An important aspect is in what relationship the child's parents remained after the divorce. Mom can turn the child against the new woman in the father's life. In such cases, it is advisable for dad to establish a positive relationship with his ex, to remove all disagreements and resentments. Otherwise, the whole burden of this situation will fall on the shoulders of the new darling, ” - the expert advises.

Watch the 3rd season of the romantic reality TV "Nominated for Tata" every Friday at 19:00 on STB!

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