In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends', Sue Atkins and cohost Angeline Corvaglia address the challenges families face with divorce in the digital age.

They discuss the role of technology in co-parenting, including the use of co-parenting apps like Separating Better, Our Family Wizard, and Amicable.

The episode highlights the importance of managing screen time in two homes, utilizing parental controls, and the impact of social media.

Legal expert Matthew Taylor from Stowe Family Law brings extensive experience in family law, specialising in divorce, co-parenting arrangements, and child custody disputes.

Listeners receive practical tips on how to navigate challenges, ensuring consistency and reducing misunderstandings during separation.

Sponsor:

This episode is sponsored by OnePlusOne, Separating Better.

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00:00 Introduction to Navigating the Digital Jungle

00:48 Divorce and Devices: Navigating Emotional Challenges

03:02 Co-Parenting Communication in the Digital Age

05:49 Managing Children's Screen Time Across Two Homes

08:46 Introducing Our Guest: Matthew Taylor on Family Law

09:32 The Impact of Technology on Co-Parenting

15:12 Strategies for Healthy Digital Communication Post-Divorce

22:05 Handling Anger and Online Behaviour During Divorce

23:59 Pause Before Posting: Essential Advice

25:31 Social Media Evidence in Custody Disputes

26:50 Tech Abuse and Harassment

27:30 Screen Time and Co-Parenting Challenges

29:14 Top Tips for Navigating Divorce and Technology

30:24 Co-Parenting Apps: A Modern Solution

37:00 Listener Questions: Addressing Teen Venting

39:59 Weekly Quick Tips for Co-Parenting

42:11 Conclusion and Resources

Divorce Journal for Kids - https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/product/the-divorce-journal-for-kids/

Navigating the Digital Jungle Resources: Navigating the Digital Jungle

Angeline Corvaglia

Data Girl and Friends: Data Girl and Friends

Matthew Taylor

https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/team/matthew-taylor/

Apps and Resources for Co-Parenting

Separating Better App: https://www.oneplusone.org.uk/separating-better

Our Family Wizard: Our Family Wizard

AppClose: AppClose

Legal and Family Supports

CAFCASS Parenting Plan: CAFCASS Parenting Plan

Stowe Family Law: Stowe Family Law

Stowe Family Law Support: Stowe Family Law Support

Stowe Talks Podcast: https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-talks/

Pinwheel Child-Safe Smartphone: Pinwheel