Parental conflict

Whether you're together or separated, conflict is a normal part of any parenting relationship. It only starts to become a problem when conflict is frequent, intense and poorly resolved. There is also strong evidence to show how parental conflict can have a significantly negative impact on children’s long-term outcomes.

Parental conflict may include:

a lack of warmth or emotional connection
intense / regular arguments
not listening / understanding others perspective
not accepting the outcome of arguments

Parental conflict can affect children’s:

Mental health and happiness
Behaviour
Education / Employability
Physical Health
Relationships

Programmes and support available

Separated Parents Resolution, Information, Navigation, Growth

SPRING is a bespoke support intervention programme that helps co-parents improve child arrangements and their communication, and reduce conflict through a Parenting Plan.

Visit the SPRING page for more information.

Face to face programmes

Healthy relationships parenting group - parents together

Whether you are together or co-parenting, we understand that conflict is a normal part of everyday life and relationships. When conflict escalates and is not resolved, it can have a huge impact on children, young people and the family.

We will help parents work on:

communicating effectively
problem solving
effective co-parenting
understanding their causes of conflict
self help techniques
managing stress
exploring the impact of conflict for their children

Courses available:

Couples in a relationship - free 5 week course
Separated parents - free 3 week course

One to one support

Relationship toolkit structured support sessions

This toolkit aims to bring parents together to understand the impact that conflict can have on their children. Supporting parents during 6 sessions to make positive changes in the way they communicate and manage their conflict.

Contact your local Family Hub or Children's Centre for more information