Child Custody

As a divorcing parent, you’ve been sharing parenting duties with your soon-to-be ex for some time. Yet divorce marks a fundamental shift in your relationship and you may need to learn new ways of handling things. One of those is learning to let things slide. Here is...

If you are the kind of person who is really frustrated that major chain retailers are hauling out Halloween products in August, the idea of thinking about the winter holiday season right now could feel downright maddening. However, if you are a parent of a minor child...

Navigating child custody arrangements can be challenging, especially when preparing for the start of a new school year. From coordinating schedules to ensuring open communication between all parties involved, these transitions require thoughtful planning and a...

The issue of child custody and vaccination decisions has become increasingly relevant in today's world – and it's a concern that doesn’t always have easy answers. If you and your co-parent aren’t on the same page regarding vaccinations and other healthcare decisions...

Most parents take their child’s well-being very seriously. Thus, in the event of a divorce, it’s not unusual to burn the midnight oil working out a co-parenting plan that will work for everyone. And if you get it right, co-parenting can benefit the child in a variety...

A divorce involving children can be complex as it involves additional aspects. And one of them is how the non-custodial parent will see the kids. The court will usually grant them visitation rights to help them maintain a healthy relationship with the kids.  Different...

As a parent, dealing with child custody during a hurricane can be incredibly challenging. The safety and well-being of your child are of the utmost importance, but natural disasters like hurricanes can make navigating the complexities of custody arrangements even more...

Substance abuse challenges affect millions of families across the nation. Therefore, if your family has been affected by addiction to alcohol and/or drugs, you are certainly not alone. If you’re in recovery, you have hopefully been reminded again and again that you’re...

Co-parenting in the modern age is, in many ways, easier than it has ever been. Instead of speaking with your child’s other parent directly – which could understandably lead to a fight – you can email them or message them via a co-parenting app. And instead of going...

How well do you and your ex (or soon-to-be-ex) communicate with each other about your child custody and timesharing arrangements? Even if you usually get along, you are likely to experience occasions when a simple conversation devolves into a useless argument....