Divorces are often very contentious and emotional times. This can make it difficult for parents who share children to co-parent, especially in the early days. It’s imperative to remember that getting off to a positive start with your co-parenting can help both you as...
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What if you and your ex can’t agree on decisions for the children?
You and your ex both share custody of your children. This is true in both a physical and a legal sense. In other words, the children not only split their time living with each of you, but you each have a right to make decisions for the children -- such as where they...
Should you ask your children which parent they want to live with after your divorce?
Modern custody cases generally focus on the best interests of the children. You may assume, then, that it’s always best to simply ask the kids what they want and then see how it fits into your divorce process. But is this true when trying to set up a parenting plan...
How do living accommodations impact a parent’s child custody rights?
Family law judges have one primary responsibility when rendering decisions in child custody cases. They must make choices that they believe are in the best interests of the children. The type of living accommodations that a parent has can greatly impact custody...
Consider cultural differences when co-parenting
When you meet someone who grew up with another culture, it can add to the appeal between you. They can show you a different way of looking at things. They can introduce you to new foods, music, traditions and more. Yet sometimes, the differences that attracted you to...
The role of a parenting coordinator
Child custody cases can become inflicted with anger and stress. Going up against your ex-spouse to determine who gets the children cannot only take a toll on yourself but spiral down to your children. So how do you keep away from the conflict the case can involve?...
Child custody concerns, mediation and creating a parenting plan
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, helping your children adjust to a new way of life and different family structure will be top priority. Many divorcing parents opt for mediation over litigation, choosing to work together during this...
How can you co-parent with a narcissist?
There are many things in life that a narcissist can make challenging. One of these is co-parenting. When you have a narcissist as your co-parent, you’ll quickly learn that there are some things that can make the situation easier and others that will make it worse. One...
What sort of issues can be involved with same-sex custody cases?
Child support and custody issues can be difficult issues for any former couple to sort out, but same-sex couples often have some unique worries. If you're starting a same-sex divorce and custody of your child may be an issue, there are a few important things you need...
Divorcing? There’s no clean break if you share children
Many people view divorce as a complete break with their ex. While this is true for some people, it isn’t even close to the way things will happen if you share children. You’ll still have to deal with your ex on a lot of things if you have children together, especially...
