Cupid's Pulse Article: Heidi Klum Protects Her Kids from Public SplitCupid's Pulse Article: Heidi Klum Protects Her Kids from Public Split

In an effort to stand strong after her very public split with Seal, Heidi Klum isn’t speaking publicly about the details of what lead to their unexpected divorce for the sake of her children.  “I’m a lioness.  I have four cubs.  I’m a mom.  I want to take care of my kids and protect them.  I don’t want to talk about them, or him, or me,” said Klum.  However, she did reveal that things between her and the singer weren’t always as perfect as they seemed.  According to People, the model is spending time at home with her children and avoiding reading about her divorce in the news.

How do you keep the drama of your divorce away from your kids?

Cupid’s Advice:

1. Be careful what you say: Never argue or talk about the details of the divorce in the front of the kids.

2. Answer their questions: Encourage your children to come to you with their questions and concerns about the changing situation.

3. Don’t put them in the middle: The worst thing you can do when kids are involved in a divorce is to put them in the middle of a custody battle or a fight.

If your marriage isn’t working out, should you stay together for the kids?  Share your thoughts below.