Keeping kids out of argument

[rolypolydoly]

Not sure if the title is correct but wasn't sure how else to say it.

How do you keep your kids away from an argument with your partner?

We live together with DC. In the middle of an argument and it's hard to keep it 'normal' around DC.

I hate that DC can clearly see something is wrong but I don't know how to pretend it isn't.

Leave the prick.

You can’t, as you say, they’re aware of what’s going on and it’s affecting their home environment.

Why are you having big long lasting arguments? That’s the issue surely?!

It's not long lasting, happened a couple of hours ago and all is a little tense. I just hate the atmosphere but it's hard to carry on as though nothing happened

I think 2 adults should be able to have an open honest respectful conversation when children have gone to bed
No raised voices - clear the air

If this is not possible then I'd say probably best to be apart as you should never underestimate the damage this does to children in this environment

I just act like a grown up, get on with what needs doing, look after my child and park the discussion till it can be done privately and out of the way of my child.

Your children will hate the atmosphere too. Can you talk to him and agree you’ll discuss anything outstanding once they’re asleep?

DH and I sometimes bicker but one of us will always relent within about an hour and offer the other a cup of tea, as a chance to clear the air.

It's normal to disagree but not healthy to let it fester/simmer, especially around children.

Hope you sort it out soon.