Information for professionals
One plus One digital resource
The Oneplusone website offers free digital support to parents in West Northants who are experiencing frequent arguments in their relationships and would like to learn ways to improve communication and resolve arguments better.
We offer a free One plus One training session via Teams for professionals, on completion professionals will have access to practitioner guides and additional resources to help support conversations with parents.
Upcoming training sessions
- Tuesday 11 November 2025, 9:30am to midday
- Tuesday 9 December 2025, 9:30am to midday
For further information please contact Emily Barton-Lewis, Reducing Parental Conflict Lead, at [email protected].
One plus One modules
Arguing Better (for all parents)
Disagreements are a normal part of life. How you approach them can make all the difference to you, your partner and your children.
Me, You and Baby Too (for new/expectant parents)
Learn how to navigate the changes that happen in a relationship when a baby arrives and how you and your partner can support each other.
Getting it right for children (for separating parents)
When parents separate, children can often get caught in the middle. Learn how to manage conflict and disagreements to minimise the impact they have on your children.
Debt management
Money troubles can be one of the biggest causes of relationship stress. This additional module offers advice about what to do if you or your partner are in debt.
To access these courses, parents need to access the web link below and complete the registration form before being able to log in and view the available courses.
Separating Better free app
Separating better is a free mobile app developed to support parents navigating the challenges of separation. This child-centric app provides essential guidance on co-parenting and managing disagreements, with the wellbeing of the family in mind. The modules within the app include advice and guidance, work it out videos, parenting plans, budget planner and goals moving forward.
It offers an easy-to-follow journey where parents can track their progress and unlock app sections as they go.
Find out more and download Separating Better.
Milk and You
Milk and You is a support service in Northamptonshire for pregnant and new parents, they hold several free sessions a week including a DADS Peer Support Group.
As part of their support is a Parenting with Perspective programme, focusing on the challenges new parents can experience and how to learn healthy communication.
For further information email [email protected] or visit Milk and You on Facebook.
NCT parenting groups
NCT offer group work parenting programmes provide essential support to families, offering them skills and resources to navigate the complexities of bringing up a child.
These programmes equip parents with effective communication, discipline strategies, and stress management techniques, promoting positive family dynamics and children’s wellbeing.
More resources
- See It Differently
- Family Mediation Voucher Scheme (GOV.UK)
- Family Mediation Council
- CAFCASS
- For Baby's Sake - tools and resources
Last updated 05 November 2025