The Practicalities of an Amicable Divorce: What You Need to Know
An amicable divorce is preferred over an ugly battle. Review these tips to keep in mind as you work through an amicable split. With over 600,000 Americans getting divorced each year, many assume that a failed marriage results in a messy separation for both parties. What many don’t know is the possibility of an amicable […]
Your Parenting Plan: How to Reach a Child Custody Agreement Without Court Involvement
Divorce is hard enough without battling over the kids. Here’s how you can reach a child custody agreement without court involvement. According to published studies, separation and custody battles can wreak havoc with your children’s well-being. The stress of family separation can impact them physically, psychologically, and academically. However, in many cases, separation is the healthiest route […]
Your Guide to Co-Parenting During the Holidays
Holidays can be hard enough to get through, but what if you’re co-parenting on top of it? Here’s your guide for navigating the holidays. Holidays can be fun and action-packed, but they can also be hard and overwhelming. Nearly 88 percent of Americans find the holidays stressful—now add in co-parenting on top of all the hustle and […]
Supporting Kids Through a Divorce
“We are getting divorced.” For kids, hearing these four words can feel like their life is falling apart. They may feel shock, uncertainty, grief, anger, and even guilt. Despite a separation being the best decision for the entire family, it can be hard for kids to understand this at the moment. As you and your […]
Apps to Improve Co-Parenting and Communication
Sharpen Those Co-Parenting Skills Co-parenting can be difficult, but it can be a lot easier with the help of the right tools. There are many co-parenting apps out there that can help improve communication and cooperation between parties. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the best co-parenting apps available and how they […]
Tips for Summer Co-Parenting
Giving Your Children the Best Summer Possible Summertime can be a challenging time for co-parents. The kids are out of school, and they want to spend time with both parents. Throw in making plans while keeping the other parent informed, and this can be a recipe for disagreements about scheduling conflicts and custody arrangements. However, […]
Questions to Answer if You’re Considering Divorce
A Big Decision with Future Implications Despite some people’s best efforts to make a marriage work, sometimes they simply fail to hold up. When cracks begin to show in the foundation of a relationship and work has been done to try and fix them with no success, divorce may be the best option. However, this […]
The Importance of a Support Circle During Divorce
Surround Yourself With Your Trusted Loved Ones You should never plan on going into a divorce alone. Just as you may have helped others get through difficult times in their lives, some of those same individuals can surround you with love and be there for you during your divorce. Here is why you should consider […]
Handling Your First Valentine’s Day After Divorce
Moving Forward Through the Challenges Divorce can leave you feeling overwhelmed with various emotions ranging from sadness to frustration to anger to depression. Perhaps no day can hit you harder with these feelings than on the day centered around love and affection, Valentine’s Day. Know, however, that you do not have to suffer through this […]
What to Expect in Mediation
Learning the Basics of the Process If you’re considering mediation as a means of resolving the issues in your divorce, you may be unsure of what mediation even looks like. You might wonder how many sessions you may need or what even occurs in these sessions. To help you have an accurate understanding of mediation, […]
