In our last post, we discussed research that indicates how important it is, in most circumstances, for girls who have dads to maintain bonds with those parents post-divorce. We also noted how important it is to construct parenting plans with an eye toward supporting a...
As a divorcing parent, you may not have much love for your co-parent other right now. Yet, you must remember that your children won’t feel the same way. They will still have huge amounts of love for both of you. People often talk about the importance of mothers to...
Virtual visitation can help a co-parent to maintain strong relationships with their children when those kids are residing with their other parent. Yet, for very young children, effective virtual visitation generally requires more effort, creativity, consistency and...
If you’re considering divorce or preparing to file, you’ve probably given some thought to how you’ll talk to your family, friends, colleagues and those in your various social circles about this decision. What about your child? Children also need to maneuver these...
If you are going through the motions of divorce and child custody, it's crucial to prioritize preparation for your custody hearing. The hearing is important as it will determine the custody arrangements for your child, impacting their well-being and your relationship...
Co-parenting is often held up as the goal divorcing parents should aim for. It’s said they should work together and communicate regularly over matters concerning their child to give their child the best chance of growing up well-rounded, rather than forever scarred by...
When parents of toddlers divorce, they too often don’t fully realize the effects that the split can inspire for their children. Children in the toddler years (generally considered to be in the 1-to-3-year range) typically don’t have the language skills to explain how...
Ending your romantic relationship with your child’s other parent doesn’t mean you can completely cut ties with your ex. Instead, continuing communication is likely necessary because of your children. Co-parenting isn’t something that’s always easy. Both parents have...
For parents, the most difficult aspect of divorce is often the impact it will have on the children. Nonetheless, children can go on to thrive after divorce. One of the keys to ensuring that children succeed post-divorce is having an effective parenting plan. This is a...
You may have recently thought about getting a divorce. Perhaps you’ve been having difficulties with your spouse or you’re looking for different opportunities in life. However, you have children to think about first. As a parent seeking a divorce, you’ll have to make...
