* Don't make promises to the children that you can't keep, such as saying you'll be there forever. Divorce usually means financial hardship and the parents may be unable to afford a nanny long-term.
* Stay in touch with grandparents - they'll be wanting to help the children as much as you do.
* Search the internet for resources and organisations to help.
* Join your local nanny network - ring round local agencies to find your nearest support network (while keeping the family's difficulties confidential, of course).
* Books such as these can help you and the children talk things through: for the children
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