For divorcing parents, their top priority is most likely getting a schedule together that meets the best interests of the children. In many cases, parents are able to agree upon custody terms that are then approved by the court. This will only happen if those terms...
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3 tips for co-parenting communication
Co-parents should ensure they always have suitable lines of communication open. This helps to ensure the children can always get what they need. It also enables both parents to always know what’s going on. There are several ways that co-parents can keep the...
3 tips for newly-separated parents during the holiday season
The holiday season can be a stressful time. Parents generally have to handle all of the logistics of making the season magical for their children and tend to incur substantial costs while trying to do so. Planning family parties, making arrangements for travel and...
2 things about child custody in California that just aren’t true
Getting a divorce when you share kids with your spouse is one of the hardest things you may ever endure. After all, your divorce won’t just affect you. It will also impact your children. Like most parents, you want to do all you can to lessen the trauma of divorce for...
Can I modify a parenting plan without going to court?
If you have resolved to divorce with children in the picture, one of the most important subjects you’ll need to address is the children’s post-divorce living arrangements. Most often, the court encourages parents to work this out on their own before presenting the...
3 ideas for co-parents and summer break schedules
The summer break can often throw a wrench into co-parents’ child custody arrangements. Things can get very different because the children suddenly don’t have school for around three months. The general custody schedule might work very well during the school year, but...
How can you address constant custody violations?
Custody violations can take many forms. Your co-parent may interfere with your parenting time or rights by withholding the child, changing the schedule without your consent or bad-mouthing you to the child. When this happens, it can be frustrating and harmful to your...
Are you co-parenting with a narcissist?
Are you a parent of children in a shared custody arrangement with a narcissistic ex? If so, you are likely faced with many daily challenges associated with the situation. Whether it's navigating their unpredictable behavior and intense emotions or having to often...
3 tips for reducing conflict during child custody exchanges
You had a contentious marriage and a bitter breakup, so your custody exchanges are fraught with tension. It’s not good for anybody, least of all the kids. Is there anything you can do to reduce the conflicts at your custody exchanges? Here are some suggestions. Ask...
Be prepared if flying alone with your child over spring break
Anyone who’s traveling alone – especially by air – for the first time with their child during spring break should expect added challenges. If you’re separated or divorcing, you may not know exactly what to expect. One thing it’s wise to expect is some added scrutiny...