Episode 9: Navigating the Festive Season After Separation - Practical Guidance for Parents

In this episode of CE Family Law Conversations, Lauren Copeland, Director of CE Family Law, is joined by family lawyer Mary Robus-Altrichter to discuss co-parenting through the festive season. Lauren and Mary explore practical strategies for managing the festive season and summer school holiday arrangements after separation. They cover the importance of early planning, the difference between parenting plans and court orders, creating new family traditions, supporting children through transitions, and managing extended family expectations. They also discuss financial considerations around gift-giving and holiday activities, dispute resolution options, and the critical deadlines for festive season court applications. Whether you have formal parenting orders in place or are working through informal arrangements, this conversation offers helpful insights and practical tips to make the festive season smoother and more positive for everyone involved. Important note: This episode focuses on families where high-risk factors such as family violence or substance abuse are not present. If these issues affect your situation, please seek personalised legal advice to ensure your children's safety and wellbeing remain the priority. This podcast is for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.