You know the separation is happening. You've talked about logistics, finances, and where everyone will live. But now your child looks up at you and you have to find the words. This book gives them to you. Written for the parent in the middle of it right now, it walks you through the conversation from the first sentence to the follow-up questions that come weeks later. You'll learn what children of every age actually need to hear, how to handle tears, anger, and silence, and what to do when your co-parent won't cooperate. There are scripts you can adapt, checklists for the practical details, and clear guidance on when to involve a school, a counsellor, or a mediator. No jargon, no judgment, no false promises. Just the straight answer to the question every parent dreads, delivered with warmth and honesty so your children feel loved, safe, and never caught in the middle. Part of The Straight Answer Library.