Helping Kids Transition Between Two Homes: Expert Tips from Fiona Kong

If you're worried about how your children will handle going back and forth between two homes during or after divorce, this episode is exactly what you need. In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Fiona Kong, creator of the Home Sweet Homes Journal, for a practical conversation about making transitions easier for your kids—and for you.Fiona developed the Home Sweet Homes Journal from her own experience navigating co-parenting and realizing her children needed a better way to communicate their feelings and experiences across two households. We dive deep into how simple tools and intentional communication can help your children maintain stability and security during one of the biggest changes in their lives.What we cover:Techniques for maintaining stability during transitions between homesEffective communication strategies for keeping both parents involved in daily lifeCreating cohesive parenting plans that support consistency across householdsHow the Home Sweet Homes Journal works as a communication tool for kids and parentsPrioritizing your child's mental health during and after divorceCo-parenting with a united front even when you don't get along with your exAge-appropriate ways for children to express their feelings about the transitionsWhen you have the right tools and strategies, you can create a stable environment where your children feel secure and loved—even across two homes.Want more resources? Check out my blog, grab my free "24 Questions to Ask A Divorce Attorney" guide, or sign up for my free 4-Email Divorce Prep Series for a step-by-step roadmap before you meet with an attorney. Need personalized help? Book a free 15-minute call or subscribe to my newsletter for weekly tips.The Divorce Planner podcast is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult qualified professionals about your situation.Podcast Original Music, Editing, and Mixing by: Benjamin Robinson