Child Custody

Being a divorced parent is not always easy, but it can be when you share custody with your child's other parent. Co-parenting can be very similar to parenting in a single home. In other words, you may have to have many important conversations with your co-parent about...

A child custody schedule is often made during a divorce. The schedule outlines each parent’s responsibilities and how often they have custody of their children. Typically, child custody rotates between parents, which often happens daily, weekly or monthly. Parents can...

Children have a lot to think about when their parents go through a divorce. It’s critical that their parents do what they can to alleviate some of the pressure off the kids. One of the most stressful days for children is probably transition days, which are the days...

Divorce, in and of itself, can be a stressful life experience, but it can get even harder if you have minor children. Amidst the emotional rollercoaster that characterizes some divorces, it is not uncommon for one or both parents to try to attempt to “win the kids’...

If you’ve gotten divorced, you and your ex may share custody of your children. If this includes physical custody, it means that you have some parenting time with them. This may not be divided perfectly evenly, but you do get to see your kids – perhaps when they live...

When a divorcing couple has school-age children, one of their primary concerns is often that the break-up doesn’t affect their kids’ performance in school. The studies showing that divorce can have a negative effect on children’s grades and even their educational...

Co-parenting when you don’t reside near your children can be a complex undertaking. Fortunately, advances in technology make it easier to stay in touch than it was in the past. Parents can use a host of options for virtual visitations, including texting and video...

Child custody agreements are designed to prioritize the best interests of the child. Beyond maintaining a relationship with both parents after divorce, a custody agreement helps provide children with stability and a predictable routine. Therefore, when your co-parent...

The holiday season is approaching and it’s an exciting time of year. Nonetheless, it can also be a challenging period, particularly for those who have recently divorced.  As co-parents, you’re going to have to adjust and implement strategies that are in the best...

Many couples have children before they’re married. Sometimes they remain a couple but never marry. Other times they go their separate ways. Yet others weren’t a couple to begin with, but when there’s a baby on the way, they both commit to raising the child. Even when...