The news that their parents are getting a divorce can be extremely difficult for children. Big life changes are always stressful, no matter the age, but when the two largest influences in a child’s life are separating, it can be downright devastating. However, there is hope in healing from this event, and taking these steps can lead to a more peaceful and pleasant life for your child. Here are … [Read more...] about 3 Things Kids Want from Their Parents in a Divorce
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What is a Parenting Plan?
A parenting plan is a plan for how the parents will share the responsibility of raising their children after their divorce is over. It is a timeshare schedule that would work for both parents and the needs of the children, depending on their age. It can become complicated, especially with tight schedules and high tensions. Here is how to put together a parenting plan. Creating Your … [Read more...] about What is a Parenting Plan?
What is Co-Parenting?
When parents with children are going through a divorce, things may become difficult when considering how they will both remain a vital part of the child’s life. This is where co-parenting comes in. The ultimate goal of co-parenting is to make sure that the child always feels loved by both parents and this can be accomplished by the parents working together. What is … [Read more...] about What is Co-Parenting?
How to Talk to Children about Divorce
You may be considering a divorce or have just filed against your spouse to begin the divorce process. The next steps can be complicated and grueling, but sometimes the most emotional step you take is telling your children that their parents are getting a divorce. Here are 3 tips for how to have this conversation with your children. Be Honest Make no mistake, your children are very … [Read more...] about How to Talk to Children about Divorce
Deciding to Divorce: Two Big Items to Consider
Deciding to divorce is never an easy decision. There are many things to consider. What will we do with the house? What about the children? How will we handle the holidays? Will there be enough money to take care of everyone? When deciding to divorce, it is important to give careful consideration to the following topics. #1 Children It is safe to say that if you have … [Read more...] about Deciding to Divorce: Two Big Items to Consider
Remembering Adult Children in Your Divorce
Contemplating how to address the role and the effect of a divorce on adult children may, at first, seem unnecessary. However, there are circumstances in which adult children need to be considered during divorce proceedings. As most adult children are independent of their parents, the effects of divorce on them are often thought to be minimal. For example, in California, when you are 18 years … [Read more...] about Remembering Adult Children in Your Divorce
Three Tips for Divorce and the Holidays
Co-parenting is difficult to begin with and the holidays can add tension to an already emotionally charged atmosphere. Planning for the holidays while going through the divorce process will only make it more stressful. There are several factors to consider and be mindful of to make sure your divorce stays amicable while enjoying festive occasions. It is during the holidays that you may … [Read more...] about Three Tips for Divorce and the Holidays
7 Key Issues to Mediate a Parenting Plan
When it comes time to separate or divorce, usually the area of most concern is how the children will adjust to their new living arrangements in separate households. Not surprisingly, parents struggle with this transition because of the inevitable uncertainty. The goal of a parenting plan is to clearly and legally document a plan for logistics, decision-making and communication … [Read more...] about 7 Key Issues to Mediate a Parenting Plan
How Child Support Works in Divorce Mediation
As a conscientious parent, you likely are already aware that child support is one of the most critical issues to settle in a divorce. Even if you aren’t married, child support is what continues to link you to your child’s other parent as you lead separate lives, especially if you have young children. Sure, you could head down to the local domestic relations office to file a claim, but … [Read more...] about How Child Support Works in Divorce Mediation
Five Reasons Divorce Mediation is Good for Your Kids
If you're divorcing with kids, I'm sure you've spent many sleepless nights thinking about how to make this transition. How to tell them, how to help them adjust, how to decide about custody. You want your kids to have everything they need and deserve. Does that mean you need an aggressive divorce attorney? Actually, the opposite is true. Unless there's abuse or danger with one parent, divorce … [Read more...] about Five Reasons Divorce Mediation is Good for Your Kids