Co Parenting Articles
Understanding and Overcoming Parental Alienation
Divorce is hard on the entire family, most notably the children. A child can feel like the fraying rope in a harsh tug-of-war game. They might incorrectly assume that to express love to one parent is to deny love to the other. Understandably, when a child feels these deep and conflicting emotions, parents can start […]
Five Essential Financial Skills for Divorced Parents
Divorce can be a real drain – just don’t let it drain you financially. We’ve narrowed down the skills every co-parent needs to regain economic stability to the five essentials. Banking 101: What You Don’t Know Can Cost You Some co-parents may find themselves dropped into unfamiliar territory after a divorce, needing more experience with […]
How Your Post-Divorce Home Affects Your Life
Divorces are typically emotionally wrought. As if dealing with the mental turmoil of an ended relationship isn’t enough, exes must somehow muster the fortitude to make wise financial decisions that will have far-reaching and long-term impacts. One sizable decision is what to do with the marital home. Read on for some insightful information to aid […]
Adding Up Child Support Expenses
Child support covers the basic necessities for children, such as food, shelter, and clothing. Courts calculate payments based on different factors unique to each case and state, but most consider income and custody time to determine what’s fair. However, if co-parents can strike a bargain with one another, the court system often goes along with […]
Dealing With a Gray Divorce
Age and anniversaries don’t get a couple “out of the woods and into the clear” in matrimony. Research shows quite the opposite. Termed “Gray Divorce,” the divorce rate is on the rise for people aged 50 and older, bringing new challenges with it. It’s Not Just You If you’re over 50 and find yourself going […]
6 Must-Do’s for Balancing Co-Parenting and Dating
Despite being divorced, you and your ex remain in a committed, long-term relationship. That is, you’ll be working together for years to come to raise healthy, well-adjusted children. Additionally, you’re in a long-term relationship with your children, who require your time and attention as they grow and mature. And, if you’re pursuing romance or hoping […]
4 Tips for Long-Distance Co-parenting Success
Co-parenting is challenging enough when both parents live nearby. When one parent moves and the co-parenting has to take place over long distances, the task becomes much more challenging for everyone. If your co-parent moves far away and takes your kids with them, you might feel overwhelmed with grief and loneliness. Frequent visitations with your […]
Create a First-Rate Co-parenting Plan
The goal is simple: Share custody of your child(ren) with your ex-spouse. The details are anything but… When and how will you share? What days? What about pick-ups and drop-offs? Who’s allowed to take care of them? How do you keep an unruly parenting style in check? These subtle but critical specifics call for a […]
Co-parent the Easy(er) Way by Going Digital
Want to make co-parenting with your ex a lot easier? Even if that “easier” moment comes in the long run? Start implementing these guidelines ASAP so that parenting duties reach a place of smooth sailing sooner rather than later. Expert Communication Guidelines Divorce experts, from legal counsel to therapists, agree on one essential component of […]