READING THROUGH FAMILY CHANGE
Some books help put a breakup into words; others offer a way to talk with children. This selection brings together different approaches so you can choose what fits your needs today.
6 books
Understanding a breakup
Eva Bach y Cecilia Martí
An exploration of the emotions surrounding a breakup and ways of making sense of it. A starting point for personal reflection before planning your next steps. Its focus is emotional; it does not explain divorce proceedings or determine the right legal agreement for your family.
Publisher: Plataforma EditorialEdition listed: 2023ISBN 9788419655523Spanish-language edition
View publisher’s details ↗ — El divorcio que nos uneParenting after separation
Marcie Shaoul
For parents looking to organise parenting after separation. The approach focuses on communication, boundaries and joint decisions about children. It can help you prepare everyday conversations; changes to a parenting agreement or court order need separate legal consideration.
Publisher: ZenithEdition listed: 2026ISBN 9788408312895Spanish-language edition
View publisher’s details ↗ — El método co-parentingParenting after separation
Françoise Dolto
A classic reflection on children’s experience of separation and the significance of what adults say or leave unsaid. It offers a perspective on childhood rather than a current legal handbook. Read it with its psychoanalytic approach and historical context in mind.
Publisher: PaidósEdition listed: 2011ISBN 9788449325243Spanish-language edition
View publisher’s details ↗ — Cuando los padres se separanParenting after separation
Neva Milicic y Oriana Cifuentes
Focused on telling children about separation and supporting their reactions as family life changes. It can help adults prepare that conversation and identify concerns at different developmental stages. Children’s individual needs may also call for tailored professional support.
Publisher: Editorial PlanetaEdition listed: 2021Spanish-language edition
View publisher’s details (PDF) ↗ — Nos separamos, ¿y los niños?Reading with children
Janet R. Johnston
Stories designed to help adults talk with children about separation and emotions. Shared reading leaves room to pause and listen to questions at the child’s own pace. Avoid expecting a child to identify with a particular story or give a predetermined response.
Publisher: ZenithEdition listed: 2023ISBN 9788408267256Spanish-language edition
View publisher’s details ↗ — Cuentos para enseñar a tus hijos a entender el divorcioFurther reading
Diego Becerril Ruiz (edición)
A study of life after divorce, covering relationships with children, household organisation, finances and wellbeing. Suitable for readers seeking a research perspective. Comparisons between family arrangements do not determine the appropriate custody arrangement in an individual case.
Publisher: DykinsonEdition listed: 2024ISBN 9788410708686Spanish-language edition
View publisher’s details ↗ — El postdivorcio con hijos menores: estudio comparativo según regímenes de convivenciaBibliographic details and subject matter were checked against publisher information. These original reading notes are based on those descriptions, rather than a review of the full books or a personal endorsement by the lawyer. The editions listed are in Spanish; English notes do not imply an English edition is available. Checked: 29 October 2026.
Books can support reflection, but do not replace individual legal or psychological advice. Where violence or protective measures are involved, safety and applicable court orders should guide decisions about contact.