Divorce & Children

With more than one million couples divorcing every year, the emotional impact is difficult on the couples and on their children. If you are one of the divorce statistics, here is some advice for...

Relocation is becoming more and more common in our mobile society. Divorce is also very common. What happens when a divorced mom or dad wants or needs to move? Usually there is a court proceeding...

Tis the season, and of course your child wants to think about the perfect gift for his Dad. since he's also your EX., you can fantasize whatever horrific event he deserves, if so motivated, but...

As a child I was a witness to a variety of events and as I got closer to becoming a teenager I was a participant in those events. Although I still had a good childhood, my teenage years were...

Divorce is hard for everyone involved. If you have children, the stress can be ten-fold. But the one thing that a lot of people going through divorce forget is that the children are the victims...

Children do not have the same rights as adults under the law because they are not regarded as competent to exercise those rights. In cases involving child support, the government invokes the...

Getting a divorce is extremely stressful, not just for the married couple, but for any kids involved, as well. Talking to your kids about getting divorced can be difficult, too. Here are some...

Are you concerned about welcoming a new step-mom or dad into your life? You keep thinking, “Who is this person? How am I ever going to get to know this person? This is it. Its for real. ...

Becoming a step-parent can be a life changing and fulfilling role in a family. When two people fall in love and get married and one spouse has children, there also can be conflict between the...

Are you a stepparent? Do you feel frustrated often by your role? Whether a new stepparent or one who is just wondering how to connect with their stepchild, read on.

Most tweens know of a peer or friend whose parents are divorced. That alone does not prepare them for the possibility that it could happen to them. When they find themselves in this position it is...

Divorce is a traumatic event for any child, but can seem even more complicated when you try to explain it to a toddler. Toddlers are old enough to feel the effects of a divorce, but not...

Everyday a marriage falls apart and the children are caught in the crossfire between two people they love. So how does one cope with the changes brought on by a divorce. I can tell you a few...

A baby album is a precious treasure for a mother and/or father to take the time to create. It can seem a daunting task, but it really can be so simple, if you find or create on your own, a...

Most parents are aware of how challenging and extremely difficult divorce can be for children. As devastating as the impact of divorce may be for your kids the great news is that through your...

Divorce is a challenging time emotionally, and perhaps financially as well, especially if there are children involved. When my husband told me he wanted a divorce, I was clueless about where to...

Divorce is really hard and oftentimes things turn ugly and people become nasty and mean. It’s hard to believe that the person who you once loved, shared the same bed, made love and made babies...

Dealing with children during a divorce can't be overlooked. When you decide you're filing for a divorce and ending your marriage it's going to effect those around you. Kids at a young age don't...

I believe we all have a similar dream of finding that right person, having a long term relationship, getting married, having children . . . and the happily ever after. In the “olden days” when I...

Marriages will sometimes end in separation or divorce, which is why these tips are written to help. First hand information can be helpful for you to become friends with your ex partner and...

Getting through a divorce is one of life's most difficult challenges and we often feel like celebrating when the tedious process is over. Unfortunately, when kids are involved, we need to realize...

Feeling a looser after a divorce is normal and it is only part of the emotional stress caused by the separation but your life in not over your marriage is. Statistics shows that 50 percent of the...

Divorce is hard. It is even harder for families with children. Children need their Mother and their Father in their lives. One possible option for divorcing parents is joint custody. It is not...

As a child of a divorced single parent, you will probably have to watch your parent date various people at some time or another. You might be dealing with feelings of betrayal, or not know quite...

Divorce is difficult for everyone involved. It is perhaps the most detrimental when any children are caught in the middle. However, it does not have to be detrimental or damaging to the children....

After a divorce or breakup, it can be very difficult to be civil to your ex. This is especially true if the breakup was sudden or cruel in nature. While many choose to cut off all communications...

While a court appearance dealing with children and divorce can be unsettling, it should not be fretted. One can handle an ex-husband’s / ex-wife’s divorce court child support filing alone, without...

While a court appearance dealing with children and divorce can be unsettling, it should not be fretted. One can handle an ex-husband’s / ex-wife’s divorce court child support filing alone, without...

In the early times, a divorce was very difficult, if not impossible to obtain. Now, everywhere you look, divorce is easy and readily available. With the divorce rate between 43 and 50%, it is...

This is the big question. Do you really know that you are ready to date after a divorce? Here are some questions that you will want to ask yourself before you take another leap of faith into a...

There are many questions that you may ask yourself before you dive into a divorce. Perhaps there was a huge fight and your anger turns into "I want a divorce". First of all know that you...

While a court appearance dealing with children and divorce can be unsettling, it should not be fretted. One can handle an ex-husband’s / ex-wife’s divorce court child support filing alone, without...

When parents choose to file for a divorce, the situation can be very traumatic for their children. When it comes to helping kids cope with divorce, it is essential that you be as honest and open...

You may have seen advertising for matchmaking services such as Match.com or eHarmony, as well as for dozens of other dating sites and services. In today's fast-paced world, some people are...

At a point everyone will experience the bitterness of romance. Brake ups are more painful when too attached or dependable on another person, the though of a separation never cross the mind, over...

Parenting coordinators help parents come to successful agreements about child-related issues in high-conflict cases regarding separation or divorce. Should the parents still not be able to reach...

You probably wouldn't be reading this unless someone you know is divorced. My hope is that what I am sharing with you today will help you better understand the needs of children of divorce.

Divorce is a messy, emotional event in anyone’s life. The broken strings of the union between two people who thought that “forever” really did apply to them has enough trauma to fill any novel or...

When you are used to being with your child each and every day, it can be very difficult to adjust to being separated. This is especially hard to get through when you are going through a divorce,...

Putting your children in the middle of your divorce is a mistake that many parents make. The effects of divorce on children can be huge, however, by paying attention to the messages that you send...

When it comes to child custody, there is much confusion, including the difference between sole and joint custody. Taking a moment to understand some of the complexities of the issue will not only...

Once a parenting plan has been put in place, it's important that parents keep track of actual visitation time. They should also write notes to keep track of what happens in visitation. This can...

As soon as parents separate, they need to make decisions about how they will handle child custody. It's important to make custody arrangements during this time so that the children can still be...

Once you've figured out the terms of your custody and visitation, the best way to keep everything straight is to make a child custody calendar.

Being a single father or a single parent parent can be very challenging, emotionally and physically draining, and at times can make you want to pull your hair out. At the same time it can be the...

From my experience with going through a divorce, I would like to lend some tips on how to move forward and be a productive member of society.

The holiday schedule is an important part of the custody and visitation schedule. Parents should come up with a way for the child to spend the holidays and enjoy time with both parents.

Custody mediation can be a great tool for parents to work out their custody issues. To get the most out of mediation, it's important for parents to prepare. Here is how to prepare so that your...

An Ackerman plan is a joint custody schedule that alternates between a 9/5 split and a 10/4 split. The parents rotate who has custody.

Many parents who want to share custody of their children can use a 2/2/5/5 custody schedule. Here's how to make that kind of schedule.