What happens when your child chooses to be with the other parent?

When children become adolescents, they may want to be with their other parent.
This can be very painful for the custodial parent, who may take it personally. In most cases however, the child’s motive is to have a first-hand experience of their other parent, especially if there has been a separation. They may have been raised on the stories others have told them about this parent whom they have secretly idealized. The adolescent wants a “reality check.” Also, adolescents may need to know if their custodial parent can make it without them, freeing them up to pursue their own development.
Try hard to be respectful of their decision – talk it out with them and be open to letting them try it out.
Remember they are trying to express themselves and test the waters.
It may be a good reminder that you will now have the same opportunity.
If you are struggling with this issue reach out to others going through similar situation in our chat room or ask for feedback in our forum.
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