Lone parent logistics??

[HalleysWaitress]

Think i'm finally sailing this ship alone - long story and very contentious thread history! (namechanged obviously)
dh and I have separated and he is moving out. I have got as far as applying for tax credits and we have arranged maintenance for dd for a while. Otherwise I don't even know where to start.....

TIA

There is no where to start. You just get on with whatever each day throws at you and be the best mum you can be that day. If it isn't all you hoped for you have tomorrow to try again.
One thing you do need to do if you haven't already is ensure that all bank accounts in joint names are sorted out quickly. Otherwise you may find you have no money in them next time you look. Oh and ensure the credit card companies etc also know.
It's a long road, but you will get through this and eventually all your lives will be better for it. It takes far longer than you ever realise, but one day you will see it.
Keep strong, your dc need you now more than ever.

Practicalities I can think of are:

• Sort out routines for when your DCs will visit their dad, etc. It will probably need to evolve over time, but you need something in place from the start
• Sort out other practicalities - joint bank account, utilities, credit cars, tenancy, etc
• Tell people - school, etc, and also friends.
• Sort out possessions, though there's no rush to do this unless he wants to take things with him now, or you'd feel better if you get rid of them.
• Go out and buy yourself something new - new outfit, new haircut, nice picture for the wall or whatever will make you feel good.
• Contact friends and see if you can find things to do when your DCs are with their dad, it will stop you missing them and improve your social circle. If you know any other single parents, they are often good bets to join up with either with or without the kids.

And life will get easier :)