Given the amount of emotional upset that accompanies a divorce many parents do not take the time to fully appreciate how important it is to their child that they properly develop a new parenting relationship with their ex-spouse in the months and years ahead. While it is understandable that there will be intense emotions during this time which may include resentment, anger, sadness and even hate, these feelings and your personal motivations should not permit you from acting in the best interest of your child. In the beginning the most important point for any parent is to understand that the way in which you handle your divorce is going to have a profound impact on your child for the remainder of their life. Do what you can to make certain the situation is handled properly.
To learn more about this concept, please feel free to read the Introduction of Your Child and Divorce which discusses this very issue.