How do I explain divorce to a toddler?

Keep it short and simple, tell them together if you can, and say clearly that it isn't their fault and that you both still love them, the Canadian Paediatric Society suggests.

How do I help my child live in two homes?

Keep routines the same in both homes where you can, tell your child who they'll be with and when, keep handoffs friendly, and let them reach the other parent when they need to.

Is it normal for my child to act younger after a divorce?

Yes. A younger child may go back to things they had outgrown, like asking for a pacifier, and it usually eases with time. Talk with your pediatrician if sadness, worry, or changes in sleep or eating keep going or get worse.

Is there a two homes book or divorce social story starring my child?

Tella makes a story instead of a printed book. It stars your child in both their homes, with the people who love them in each, and it's ready the same day on your phone, tablet or TV.

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How to explain divorce and two homes to your toddler

Tell them together if you can, keep it short, make clear it isn't their fault, and show them what each home will look like.

Custom story for Leo

Leo has two homes, and his own bed, his stuffed fox and the same goodnight song waiting in each.

Blue Backpack, Two Beds

Story created for Leo

Younger children need less detail, says the Canadian Paediatric Society. It suggests both parents telling your child together at a calm time, making clear the separation isn't their fault and that you both still love them, and explaining who they'll live with and when once that's decided. Routines that carry over between homes matter: "Children feel safe and more confident if they know what to expect."

A social story is one way to show what's coming: a short story where your child has their own bed, their own things and the same goodnight in each home. That's why Tella is built so the story stars your child, with both homes and the people who love them in each.

A two homes social story starring your child

Here's how Leo's story goes.

At Mom's home, Leo packs his small blue backpack with Mom's help.
Dad is waiting with a big hug, and they walk to Dad's home together.
At Dad's home, his own bed waits, with his stuffed fox on the pillow.
Dad hums the very same goodnight song Mom sings.

Watch Leo’s whole story

Questions parents ask

How do I explain divorce to a toddler?: Keep it short and simple, tell them together if you can, and say clearly that it isn't their fault and that you both still love them, the Canadian Paediatric Society suggests.
How do I help my child live in two homes?: Keep routines the same in both homes where you can, tell your child who they'll be with and when, keep handoffs friendly, and let them reach the other parent when they need to.
Is it normal for my child to act younger after a divorce?: Yes. A younger child may go back to things they had outgrown, like asking for a pacifier, and it usually eases with time. Talk with your pediatrician if sadness, worry, or changes in sleep or eating keep going or get worse.
Is there a two homes book or divorce social story starring my child?: Tella makes a story instead of a printed book. It stars your child in both their homes, with the people who love them in each, and it's ready the same day on your phone, tablet or TV.

Questions parents ask about Tella

Is it more screen time?: You watch it together, and it's about a real day in your child's life. No feed, and every story has an ending.
Is it safe?: No photo needed. See what we keep and who sees it.
Is it really about my child?: Every scene shows your child and your family, not a name dropped into a template.
What does it cost?: Your first story is free. No card needed.
Why not just ask ChatGPT?: See how a Tella story compares.

Updated October 30, 2026.

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