Actress Halle Berry and model former beau Gabriel Aubry go global with their 2-year-old daughter, Nahla. Â The former couple, who broke up in June, may not feel the sparks flying anymore, but the love of their daughter keeps them close. Â In recent months, they have been seen together in California, South Africa and England, according to People. Â “They are great parents and they want the best for Nahla,” said a source close to Berry. Â “They’re going to co-parent and go on with their lives.”
Should a couple stay together for the sake of their children?
Cupid’s Advice:
Halle Berry and Gabriel Aubry chose to separate, despite their daughter. Â It can be extremely difficult to decide whether to stick out a relationship that isn’t working or to go your separate ways when there are children involved. Â Cupid points out some things to consider:
1. Can you remain civil?: If you aren’t able to put aside your issues when your children are in the room, separating is probably the best option. Â Exposing kids to an unhappy and hostile relationship can teach them the wrong lessons. Â If you’re able to keep it civil, it might be best to stick out a poor relationship for the sake of keeping your family intact.
2. Be realistic: No relationship is perfect, and life isn’t like the movies. Â Overall happiness is important, but chances are you aren’t going to be happy with your mate every minute of the day. Â Make sure that the problems you are having in your relationship truly are unresolvable before you do anything drastic like involve your children.
3. Think like your kids: It may feel like all the pressure in the world is on top of you when you’re forced to decide whether your relationship is worth fighting for. Â Stop thinking like an adult for a little while. Â Put yourself in your child’s shoes and consider what the best scenario is from his or her perspective.
