How do I handle going between two homes?

Learn how to manage moving between two homes as a teenager, focusing on creating a consistent routine, maintaining open communication, and fostering relationships with both parents.

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Moving between two homes - an experience common among teenagers whose parents are separated or divorced - presents unique challenges. Shuttling between Mum and Dad's houses can feel like living two separate lives, each with its own rules and rhythms. Understanding and managing these transitions is essential not only for your emotional well-being but also for maintaining stable relationships with both parents. The Dynamics of Divided Time When your parents live apart, you might find yourself constantly adjusting to different house rules, routines, and even parenting styles. One home might be strict and structured, while the other is more relaxed....
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