The Dr. John Delony Show My Husband Cheated . . . Should I Tell the Kids?
Jul 24, 2024
Topics include revealing past infidelity to children, navigating phone addiction in relationships, supporting a child with ADHD, and empowering children through emotional education in the movie Inside Out 2.
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Couple's Infidelity and Healing
- Candace shared how her husband cheated early in their marriage and they separated briefly for a month.
- They rebuilt trust, are happily married now, but she struggles with how much to tell their young children about the past.
Timing Conversations with Children
- Wait until children are adults to share marital struggles like infidelity.
- Focus on honesty later without oversharing details, letting them know both parents are imperfect.
Avoid Image Protection with Kids
- Avoid protecting your children's image of parents at the cost of honesty.
- Teach kids that mom and dad aren't perfect but love each other deeply and work through challenges.