Breaking up is an emotionally and physically draining process—even more so if you are married and your split involves a divorce. You can probably expect to experience intense grief or sorrow. On top of that, you must deal with the legal elements of divorce. It can...
An empty nest divorce is simply one that happens after the children leave the home. This is an inevitability for most parents, as their children will eventually move into their own homes, get married, go to college or something else of this nature. It can be a very...
Divorce can be a troubling time for children. As a parent, you may want to do what you can to help them process their emotions. One of the best things you can do is remind your children that you’re there for them. There are many other things you can do for your...
When going through a divorce, it’s important to put the children first. They are being affected by the divorce, just like their parents, but they didn’t choose for it to happen. So their wants and needs should come first whenever possible. One thing to avoid doing is...
Child custody disputes can be emotionally charged and complicated affairs. In some cases, one parent may take drastic action, like removing the child from the other parent's custody without consent or in violation of a court order. This act, often referred to as...
Protecting your children from domestic violence should be among your top priorities as a parent. After all, you’re responsible for creating a safe environment for your kids to thrive. Domestic violence is any form of abusive behavior within a household, typically...
When parents divorce, they must consider their kids as well as themselves in their legal decisions. Some parents manage to set aside their personal feelings and make choices that preserve their kids’ well-being. Unfortunately, others never accept the divorce and...
It can be difficult for newly separated parents to adjust to the fact that their soon-to-be ex will have sole responsibility for their child sometimes – even if it’s only a day or two a week. Assuming there aren’t abuse or neglect issues that warrant the court...
Summer is a great time for family reunions, beach days, and road trips. Unfortunately for divorced parents who must share custody of their children, summer vacation can bring unique challenges when it comes to co-parenting. From scheduling travel plans to ensuring...
Vacationing with your child after separation or divorce can be a challenge if you and your co-parent have trust issues. If either of you plans to take your child out of the area to visit family or simply to vacation, it’s crucial to get an agreement in place that...