Providing he shows remorse and regrets his behaviour but importantly is willing to do whatever to address the reasons for his behaviour and do all the classes/other professional help to make sure at all costs it never happens again then you could think about asking the judge to consider a custodial sentence being avoided at all costs due to all what you've said about being there for the kids, and he has since seeked professional help and deeply regrets his actions, and are giving things a 2nd try ect as it would be something taken into consideration whilst the sentencing options are looked at and would be something which would go in his favour