Christmas has long been a time for family, with loved ones coming together from near and far to enjoy festive celebrations, delicious food, and joyful moments.
However, the idea of a 'traditional' family has changed over the years. Today, blended families are more common, whether through remarriage involving children from previous relationships or by maintaining friendly ties with ex-partners for the benefit of the children.
Notable examples include Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker, perhaps the most well-known blended family, as well as her sister Khloé, who co-parents closely with her ex, Tristan Thompson, to ensure their young children, True and Tatum, have a happy and fulfilling upbringing, reports the Mirror.
Ultimately, couples who can put aside their differences - especially during the festive period - for the sake of their children's happiness can have a meaningful positive impact.Relationship expert Tina Wilson highlights the advantages of separated families celebrating Christmas together, noting, "Christmas is primarily a holiday for children."She told OK!: "If the couple have young children then it would benefit them greatly if both parents were there, even for a short period, to make magical memories for the future."Let's take a look at some examples of ex-couples who have come together for Christmas...Chloe Madeley and her daughter Bodhi took part in a festive family outing to the VIP launch of Christmas at Kenwood in London last year.
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