Ideally, when parents get divorced, they can handle the split amicably and minimize the impact the divorce has on their children. In the real world, many divorces are bitter affairs. When parents attempt to get revenge on an ex-spouse by manipulating their children,...
Joint custody received numerous accolades over the years due to studies showing how much it benefits children of divorce. However, even a good custody option will not benefit every family equally. In fact, some families may not benefit from joint custody at all....
With the holiday season quickly approaching, you may be planning a family trip or looking forward to quiet celebrations at home. If you share custody of your kids with a former partner, though, you may have some challenges to navigate. After all, your co-parent...
If you have a joint-custody arrangement, you expect your co-parent to respect your parental authority. You also do not want him or her badmouthing you to your children. Sadly, though, too many co-parents treat their counterparts poorly. According to Psychology Today,...
Child custody agreements are a necessary part of divorce proceedings. Every situation is different, but the court will consider every element of the case to determine how to best protect the children. What is in the child's best interest? The standard for a custody...
Even under ideal circumstances, sharing custody of children can be a challenge. After all, you and your ex have vastly different parenting styles. If your former husband or spouse has a short fuse, though, you may dread any interaction you have with him or her....
If you are going through a divorce, you undoubtedly know just how stressful wrapping up a marriage can be. While you certainly should not neglect your own mental health, you must realize your children may be suffering even more than you are. In fact, according to...
If you are going through a divorce, you already may have decided to share custody of your children with your soon-to-be ex-spouse. After all, he or she loves your kids and deserves to play an integral role in their upbringing. Furthermore, according to Psychology...
Change is inevitable after your divorce. You will need to adapt to being a single parent. You might find a new job. Eventually, you could remarry. Leaving some flexibility in your child custody agreement may facilitate change as it happens. Knowing some valid reasons...
If you have children, you and your soon-to-be-ex will have to create a parenting plan as part of the divorce process. The court will want to know how you intend to raise your children after the divorce, and teamwork is a great way for the two of you to create a...
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