Australian Government - Department of Human Services, Child Support Agency, Centrelink, Medicare Australia
This can be confusing and you may feel angry or worried. You can take as long as you need to get to know mum or dad’s new partner. It's okay if you end up being friends. Being friends does not mean you are being disloyal to your other parent. Whether you become close to your parent's new partner or not, your mum will still be your mum and your dad will still be your dad. Nothing can change that.
Some children whose parents have separated worry that when the time comes this might happen to them too. Just because your parents separated, doesn’t mean you'll have the same problems.
You can talk to a parent, teacher, coach, school counsellor or family friend. Having an adult who you trust and feel safe with can be helpful. And it is important to talk about it.
There are some things we don't feel comfortable talking to family or friends about. That’s cool. If there is something you want to talk about you can call Kids Help Line on 1800 551 800, or try the online counselling service at www.kidshelp.com.au they don’t know you but they can listen and help you. You do not have to tell them your name and your conversations will be kept private.