Divorcing parents always have numerous decisions to make regarding their children, including how to raise them. Most parents choose to co-parent, as it allows the kids to maintain a relationship with both of them, in addition to other benefits. But does it work for...
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Can kids handle rule variations between divorced parents?
One of the positives of divorcing is that you become free to do things the way you want to. But what about when you have kids? You may have read that children need stability and that constant boundaries help to provide it. Does that mean you need to agree to one set...
When should you change a child custody order?
After divorce, many couples have to work out a child custody order. This arrangement allows parents to continue their obligations and responsibilities to their children. Parents may agree on when they have visitation rights, where their child lives, what kind of...
3 mistakes to avoid during a child custody case
You and your ex-spouse might be able to resolve child custody issues outside court. However, if you can't agree on crucial matters, an unsafe activity or parental alienation is happening, or one parent is engaging in inappropriate behavior that affects the children,...
Can you still see your child when you’re behind on support?
Divorce can be an opportunity for a fresh start but it also presents some challenges. The family court will rule on various issues, including custody and child support. Based on your income and your spouse’s financial position, the court may order that you pay child...
3 ways to reduce conflict as you adjust to shared custody
Going from an unsatisfying romantic relationship to a co-parenting relationship is a difficult transition. It is common for parents to struggle with everything from how they split their schedule to disciplinary standards for their children. While it may be natural for...
What you should know before taking your child on a holiday trip
If you’re separated but haven’t begun the divorce process, you and your co-parent may not have discussed in detail how far each of you can travel with your kids. That’s something you’ll need to codify as part of your custody agreement and parenting plan. What kind of...
Celebrating Halloween across two homes
When you and your spouse were working out your custody agreement, you may not have included Halloween among the holidays for which to work out a plan. Maybe you haven’t yet begun the divorce process but are parenting in different homes. As Halloween fast approaches,...
Has your co-parent violated your custody order?
Your divorce was trying for everyone involved – but you got there in the end. The court settled on a custody order that they deemed to be in the best interests of the child, and it was signed off on. It’s rare for either party to get absolutely everything they want...
Help your child have the right outlook despite your divorce
Children who are having to deal with their parents divorcing might start to have a negative attitude. This is likely not because they want to be negative but because they’re dealing with very complex situations. It’s up to the parents to get everything set up for the...