Books on a New Relationship | The New Partner Diaries

So as I mentioned in a previous post, I have a new partner. We are not at the stage of introducing them to my kids, but I wanted to start a series on this hopefully filled with useful resources and ways to help make that transition easier.

Now for my situation, my children have no contact with their other biological parent, so it may look a bit different for those who do have two involved parents. Also there is a lack of resources in general around this topic. I actually reached out to a worker within my local SureStart who would be very good at finding books on any topic, and they even struggled to find any. So some of the resources will be very generalised due to this. However she did find some good books, which I will be sharing in this post.

I should mention none of these books directly deal with the topic of introducing a new partner, however they help with emotions that may come up throughout this, or the themes are somewhat similar. I feel there is a massive gap in the market for a book that actually does cover this topic.

Find Your Happy - Emily Coxhead

This book discusses what makes you happy, which could be a good way to introduce the topic of a new partner. Also a book discussing positive emotions is always a winner in my house!

The Family Book - Todd Parr

Again, good for introducing the topic and also discussing family structures. It also has a page about some families having step parents, which while this isn’t instantly relevant, it can help open the door to the subject of introducing someone new.

We are Family - Ryan Wheatcroft

This book actually features a same sex family and a single parent. Also good for opening discussions around different family types.

You’re All My Favourites - Sam McBratney

Very good for reinforcing that your kids come first and emotions that may come up with discussions around a new partner.

The Visitors Who Came to Stay - Annalena McAfee

This discusses a child who has seperated parents and then the dads new partner comes to stay. This is a bit old for my kids but would suit an older child!

Being Jealous - Sarah Levete

This book was recommended just in case! This could be an emotion that comes up and its so important to discuss these feelings with small children.

This is just a small selection of books to help around the topic but I am still actively seeking more. Did you try discussing this topic with your child? Do you have any recommendations of books to try? Let me know in the comments.