Expert tips for separated parents on co-parenting peacefully at Christmas

Separated parents can ease the strain during the festive season  by agreeing some ground rules in advance and prioritising their child's needs  

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Emotions often run high at Christmas, but if you’re separated and co-parenting, that’s another layer of stress. Children can find it tough, particularly when they see their parents in conflict.

Dr Tara Kelly, project leader with Tusla’s Springboard Family Support Service in Loughlinstown, Co Dublin, says separation can be stressful.