Tips for maintaining your relationship
Tip #1: Find a routine that works for you
Tip #1: Find a routine that works for you
Tip #2: Be understanding
Tip #2: Be understanding
Tip #3: Give them some space
Tip #3: Give them some space
Tip #4: Make time to spend together
Tip #4: Make time to spend together
Tip #5: Take time to listen
Tip #5: Take time to listen
Tip #6: Deal with arguments
Tip #6: Deal with arguments
Tip #7: Have fun
Tip #7: Have fun
Support available
If you and your partner are having relationship issues there is support out there to help.
- The mygov.scot website has more information about the relationship and counselling support that’s available, as well as links to guidance on mediation and help for people separated from their partners.
- The Your Parenting Plan section on the Scottish Government website has a guide for parents who live apart or who are separating, on how to agree on childcare.
- You can find a local counselling service through Relationships Scotland. The charity has information about what happens at counselling including how much it costs. They can also help you find a mediator.
- The Relationship Helpline is available to provide support and a friendly listening ear. Phone the charity's relationship helpline on 0808 802 2088. It's open from Monday to Thursdays from 9am to 9pm (Fridays 9am to 4pm) and it's a free number. The Helpline can also set you up with free relationship counselling either online or on the phone if you feel more in depth support would help.
- For advice and tips on understanding conflict and emotional needs to transform relationships, visit the Scottish Centre for Conflict Resolution website for award winning digital resources.
- The Solihull Approach Online courses for parents and carers cover a range of topics and ages from pregnancy to 19+ years, and include a course about adult relationships. You can find out moreon the Solihull website and access the courses for free using the code TARTAN.
Family Support Directory
Find more support on your family relationships from trusted organisations in our Family Support Directory.