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Spotlighting Kids’ Turn, our co-parenting workshop for families experiencing separation and divorce

May 7, 2025

Kids’ Turn workshops for Spring 2025 are in progress, and the families taking part have already started to experience the benefits of attending.

Hearing everyone’s thoughts and stories makes you realize you are not alone and broadens your perspective” – Kids’ Turn parent

Kids’ Turn is a co-parenting workshop which supports children and parents through separation and divorce. The program helps children discuss their feelings and teaches tools to cope with parental separation, while family members learn new ways to support their children and manage their new life circumstances.

The workshops involve interactive sessions giving parents and children the space to share, as well as more structured advice on responding to different situations.

Giving kids the space to share

Kids need to know their thoughts and feelings matter. When we create a space for them to express themselves openly—without judgment or interruption—we help them feel valued and understood. When kids feel heard, they learn to manage their emotions in healthy ways.

Simple ways to encourage open sharing:

  • Ask: “How was your day?” and really listen
  • Validate: “It’s okay to feel that way.”
  • Offer support without trying to “fix” everything
Giving parents the space to share

Parenting isn’t just about guiding children—it’s also about healing ourselves. One parent shared how Kids’ Turn helped them recognize their own triggers, leading to an emotional but meaningful conversation with their daughters.

Learning about my personal triggers from my own upbringing. I really sat down with my daughters and just cried. I scared them, but we started talking about how my mom was to me and I didn’t want to be that way anymore. It was a pretty special moment. This class really did bring up things I just didn’t realize were issues.” – Kids’ Turn parent

At Kids’ Turn, we create space for parents to reflect, heal, and grow—because breaking cycles starts with awareness. Every moment of learning and connection strengthens families for the better.

Further information

Whether it’s learning better communication skills, finding community, or simply realizing you’re not alone—Kids’ Turn exists to support families.

Want to learn more about how our workshops help families navigate challenges together? Visit the dedicated website page.

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