Our Separating better app can help the co-parenting journey go more smoothly. But is it right for you?
That’s what you’ll find out in this short blog. Discover:
- What is the Separating better app?
- What’s included in the Separating better app?
- Who the Separating better app is for?
…as well as some common concerns about the Separating better app.
What is the Separating better app?
Our Separating better app is the ultimate help for separated or divorced parents on their co-parenting journey. It was designed using evidence from the latest in relationship research. This means you can trust that our app is offering you science-backed advice to help you through your separation. Separating better features a suite of digital tools – equipping you with the practical information and emotional skills you need to ensure your children remain your shared focus.
This includes:
- Work it out videos so you can see co-parenting skills in real-life settings and situations.
- Expert advice and guidance so you can address practical and emotional challenges head-on.
- A Parenting plan so you can be on the same page about your co-parenting relationship.
PLUS a free budget planner, along with a goals tracker – and more!
Ready to get started? Download Separating Better for free today
What’s included in the Separating better app?
Separating better helps to reduce the risk of lasting damage that can come in the wake of a family breakdown. It is an accessible resource that will guide you through the process of separation, allowing you and your ex-partner to adapt and develop a healthy approach to your co-parenting journey.
This app will teach you coping skills to create a more harmonious and healthy environment for your entire family through Separating better’s features. Our friendly chatbot Sunny is also on hand to answer any immediate questions and signpost to resources within the app.
These features centre around videos that use better conflict management and communication examples in realistic situations, expert advice through articles, and quizzes to help you reflect on where you are emotionally in your separation journey, and practical tools such as a Parenting plan, Budget planner, and Goals tracker to help you get everything organised and on track.
What’s the cost of the Separating better app?
Great news – Separating better is 100% free to download. There are no in-app purchases or paywalls. You won’t be asked to put in bank details or credit card numbers. You get access to the entire app immediately! Separating better is available for UK users to download from all app stores, thanks to funding from the Department for Work and Pensions’ (DWP).
Who is the Separating better app for?
Our app was created to help divorced or separated parents navigate the challenges and changes to parenthood that come with separation. There is helpful information for those who are in the process of separation or divorce, as well as practical skills for co-parents at any stage in their journey. While most materials focus on younger children and teenagers, advice can be easily applied to your own family.
However, Separating better is not suitable for anyone in a situation involving domestic violence or abuse, as some of the advice within the app may cause further harm when applied to an abusive relationship. If you are in this situation and need help, please our support page for further information.
Common concerns about the Separating better app
You may be wondering if the Separating better app is right for you because your separation feels too complicated to manage.
This is understandable. However, with our science-backed research base, our expert resources can meet you where you are at in your separation to provide the helpful guidance you need.
Perhaps you’re nervous about wanting to use the Separating better app with a difficult ex-partner.
To help make things easier for your co-parenting journey, both of you can use in-app tools such as the Parenting plan and Goals tracker, which can help you align your responsibilities and expectations.
It could be that you’re concerned about judgement from family and friends who don’t think you need other advice – especially from ‘an app’.
While it is so important to have support around you during the process (and aftermath) of separation, you can trust that the information in Separating better is not just another opinion. It always comes from professionals who specialise in relationship research!
Take the next step
If you’re excited to make positive progress in your separation journey – and in your family life – click here to download the Separating better app today.
