Case Studies

Real stories from separated fathers and their families about navigating divorce and custody challenges. These accounts show different approaches to maintaining relationships and managing practical arrangements.

Growing Up Without My Dad: A Case Study

A woman reconnects with her father after 14 years apart and reflects on what she missed growing up without him.

How I Felt When My Parents Separated: A Case Study

A 19-year-old reflects on how his parents' separation felt at 15 and how his perspective has changed over time.

How I Stay in Touch with My Dad: A Case Study

A child's perspective on staying connected with her dad after her parents split and he moved away.

How Stephen Won His Access Battle: A Case Study

Stephen fought back when his ex-wife blocked his access to their kids, and here's how he won regular contact in court.

How We Communicate Through Mediation: A Case Study

A divorced dad discovers how a mediator helped him and his ex finally talk without fighting, improving things for their son.

I Stayed Friends with My Ex: A Case Study

Mike stayed friends with his ex-wife after their split and shares how they made it work for their young daughter.

Living Between Two Homes: A Case Study

A 13-year-old adjusts to splitting her time between her mum and dad after her parents separated, and how she learned to make both places feel like home.

Moving Abroad Without My Kids: A Case Study

A divorced dad weighs a dream job in Germany against his close relationship with his two daughters back in Birmingham.

Our 'Alternative' Separation: A Case Study

John and Olivia Gibson kept their twins in one home and swapped living arrangements themselves instead of splitting custody the traditional way.

Our Kids' Reaction to Our Separation: A Case Study

How two children handled their parents' separation while their dad struggled with guilt and financial hardship.

The Importance of My Ex in My Child's Life: A Case Study

A mum who discovered infidelity explains why she still supports her ex's relationship with their children despite the betrayal.

When Daddy Got a New Girlfriend: A Case Study

How a 7-year-old learned to accept her dad's new girlfriend and turned worry into friendship.