A divorce is a tumultuous time in an adult's life. When you are the one going through it, you might crave peace. You can't control your ex's actions, but you can control your own actions and thoughts. You may be able to reduce the tension in the situation and help to...
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Find ways to center co-parenting decisions around the kids
One of the most difficult tasks for parents is to come up with a child custody agreement when they go through a divorce. The emotions from the end of the marriage are still fresh and raw. This can make it difficult for parents to push those aside and make decisions...
Child support orders are sometimes complex
Having a child custody order for your children can be rather complex. You have to pay close attention to the terms so that you know what is supposed to happen. It is imperative that both parents abide by the terms in the agreement so that there isn't any need for...
International travel with children can be complex
Being able to take your children on vacations is a wonderful way to make memories with them. One consideration that you have when you aren't with the child's other parent is making sure that the vacations you take are in line with the custody order. In some cases,...
Decisions about pets during divorce can be challenging
Your pet is like another child and probably a best friend to your children. Having to figure out who is going to take the family pets when you divorce can be a challenge. Both adults might want to keep the pet, but the children might be distraught over the thought of...
Practical aspects of divorce to think about today
Many people who are going through a divorce focus on things like who will get what. They don't realize that there are a lot of other things that you will have to handle as you transition to single life. The practical life matters that come with a divorce can have a...
Child custody and planning a vacation
With the school year quickly coming to an end, many parents have turned their attention to the late spring and summer months. If you're divorced and interested in planning a vacation with your children, there are several key steps you can take to prevent trouble....
When an absent parent wants to come back into a kid’s life
Child custody cases sometimes involve a parent who isn't really present in the child's life. When that parent decides that they want to come back into the kid's life, the court will likely allow that to happen unless there is a reason, such as abuse, to refuse. This...
Custody disputes can negatively impact children
Child custody matters are sometimes resolved quickly and easily by the parents. This is often the best situation for the children because they aren't left wondering what will happen. If it is possible, you and your ex should work together to come up with the parenting...
Your actions and words can impact your divorce
The end of a marriage is a challenging time for both parties. One thing that you might not have thought about is how your circle of friends might change. Chances are good that you and your ex have shared friends. When you make the decision to divorce, you may have...