Hi all, what a sorry situation š¢. Ā The emotional aspect of mine and my husbands separation I donāt feel I can even touch on at the moment, and apparently this is all my fault š¤·āāļø Ā However, the advice I need is on telling our children š¢š¢. Ā After 15 months of cohabiting and putting on a pretence the house is finally up for sale. Ā Itās a long story as i am totally sure Ā it is for everyone here. Ā What my question right now is when and how do we tell our children of 7, 5 and 2?? Ā Iām devastated for them but also know I cannot continue like this. Ā My husband has refused to move out, but I also read that it is not good to tell children too soon as they may get false hopes of parents staying together. Ā But I know the house sale will take months, and Iām sure my 7 year old has vibes. Ā Do we tell them now? Ā For sale board is due to go up and thatās gonna be awkward!! Ā I donāt want to lie but want to do the best possible thing for them in a horrible situation. Ā My dad left when I was 14 and the way I was told was beyond belief and though we are separating I am trying so hard to avoid the mistakes my mum and dad made š¢. Ā Does anyone also have any advice on who I can talk to, eg outside organisation although Iām not sure thatās allowed on these groups. Ā Thank you all š