Divorce & Children

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...

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,...

Divorce is all too common these days. As a divorced mother of 3 I do know a thing or two about coming out on top. Even though my ex husband left me for someone else I consider him to be one of my...

Divorced parents can be wonderful moms and dads, without malice toward each other. They can avoid nasty court battles, maintain a healthy positive relationship, and provide a model of decorum for...

According to TIME magazine, American couples have a 57 percent chance of remaining married, but what happens with the other 43 percent who separate or divorce? If children are a part of the family...

Divorce isn't pleasant for anyone- certainly not children. But during and after a divorce it is important for children to have meaningful contact with both parents, even when those parents are...

Make sure you are in good spirits when you tell a child about a divorce. Learn about properly telling a child about a divorce with tips from a childcare psychology expert in this free child care...

I am going to tell you what I did to get out of my First marriage. It was a physical and mental abuse mostly mental. It took alot for me to leave we had three small boys. I was scared I would not...

So much is different for you now that you are newly divorced. Let me share with you, how I began to live after my divorce. With my helpful tips, you might be healing sooner than you expect.

As difficult as a divorce can be on parents, it can be devastating for children. Supporting children through a divorce can be increasingly difficult for parents due to the high level of stress,...

Anyone that tells you that divorce is just about getting the best lawyer is forgetting to tell you some very important points. In May 2008, I decided to leave my husband of 3 years. He was...

A Divorce can be a very costly agreement. And in tones of economical uncertainty, it may be an agreement that must be put off until it becomes an affordable option. Here are some tips to live...

When you realize that you need to find a marriage counselor, the stakes are usually very high. Your marriage is the most important investment that you will ever make - emotionally, financially,...

A list of what to do to get started in your child custody proceedings and keep your head about you.

In the midst of a divorce most emotions run on overdrive. Often it becomes difficult to see what is truly important when overwhelmed with details. One area not to be overlooked is children. As...

No one ever plan to become a single mom. But sometime this is the path that you have to take! Either from broken relationship or divorce. I know for fact that being a single mom is very hard....

You don't need an attorney or spend an exorbitant amount to decrease your Child Support payments. Below are 4 steps to help you accomplish lowering your support. This is not intended to be an...

No matter what a married couple faces it is important to know that there is always a way out. This article provides some tips and insights on how to stay married and avoid a divorce no matter what.

The United States leads the world in per capita divorce rates. This is not something to be proud of, but rather something that shows we need to know how to get along with our respective ex-spouses...

After the divorce comes the hardest part... co-parenting. It's important that you and your ex build a strong, healthy co-parenting relationship for the sake of your children. It takes time,...

After finally left your abuser, there may still be a need for some contact, if you share children.

Helping children understand divorce is really important, both for the kids and the parents. It is hard for children to go through a divorce because they have mixed loyalties and many times feel...

Sole custody is difficult at best to acquire. You must prove that your spouse is incapable of caring for the minor children. Generally, if your spouse has any problems that may be detrimental to...

Over 50% of U.S. marriages end in divorce, so what of the children produced by these broken families? Even young adults can feel a sense of bitterness at the news of their parents divorcing. Here...

When your spouse leaves you and your children emotions run high. Here are some tips on helping your children deal with the loss of a parent through separation or divorce when that parent...

It’s so easy to get caught up in the pain of a broken relationship that moms and dads can so easily lose sight of what the children are going through. Most parents have no desire to cause their...

A long distance relationship can be challenging to both children and adults. The important thing is to keep in touch with the child and make him feel that he's still part of that family. Remember...

If you owe child support and need to make a payment, but can't get to the Child Support Enforcement Agency in your area, you can make payments online. It is a great alternative for those that...

Some marriages were meant to be. Some were meant to be friendships. Once the divorce is over, depending on how messy it was, you'll know if the two of you are in good enough emotional states to...

In response to winning a custody battle here are some must dos...

When you are a “Single Mother” the issues you have to face are totally different from those of a single woman. There are parenting, economic, physical, and many other issues you have to keep in...

Ok so face it. It is over and the honeymoon stage was just a big wise tale that made it only that much more sour. So your ex spouse has joint custody but never picks them up. Maybe he/she did...

Dating after divorce is a complex thing, especially if you have children. It can be a challenge to maintain a balance between your needs and your children's feelings. With a little planning and...

Divorce is one of those issues that you cannot give advice on unless you have been there! No matter how many degrees you have, unless you have suffered through a divorce you cannot know the...

Separation from your spouse is a life altering situation. Your way of life has completely changed, as well as your children's. How you deal with it though can have a major impact on your children....

No matter how old you are, if your parents divorce you feel it. Even if you knew their relationship was doomed or even if you wanted it to end, at some point you have to deal with the divorce....

Disputes about grandparent visitation can usually be resolved simply by talking with the grandparents and making time for them in your children's lives. Long-standing hurt feelings can be at the...

Managing the holidays while juggling shared custody can feel impossible. If you create a schedule that isn't overwhelming, focus on helping your child, and keep the lines of communication open...