Co-parenting can be a rewarding but challenging experience, particularly when individuals need to make decisions about their child's education. However, with careful planning, clear communication and a shared commitment to a child's best interests, it is possible to...
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What are the most difficult things about divorce?
Everything you go through during your divorce can be devastating. However, some things may be more difficult than others, and they can determine the experience you have. If you have decided to go through the divorce process, it helps to be informed about what to...
Should you ignore threats your spouse makes when divorcing?
Divorce is so contentious in many cases. Often, there are feelings of betrayal and mistrust on both sides. When one spouse feels particularly desperate to stop the divorce or to hurt the other, they may resort to making threats. Unfortunately, you might not know...
How to stay positive during your divorce
Divorce can disrupt your life, especially before it's finalized. Of course, it may be confusing after the process is over, but this can be more intense when you are in the middle of it. This is when some people make costly mistakes. You need to be careful about every...
The important planning stage people often skip before divorce
Some people know they need to divorce as soon as they discover a hidden credit card statement or an extramarital affair. Other people consider divorce occasionally for years while they try to salvage their marriage. Whether someone heads down to talk to an attorney...
Should you talk to your spouse during your divorce?
When you were married, the chances are you expected it to last forever. However, irreconcilable differences may have led you to file for a divorce. While this may be a challenging process, you should make the right moves in all matters, including communication. Should...
Plan now for summer custody schedules
Although you can’t prove it by the weather, summer vacation is not that far away. If you are newly separated or divorced, this might be the first season that you will have to deal with a summer co-parenting schedule. Below are three tips for a smoother transition for...
Navigating social media use during your divorce
Today’s world of digital technology makes it easy to vent about one’s life online. Social media in particular is a popular avenue for parents to open up about their relationships, children and personal struggles. When it comes to divorce, however, you need to remain...
Do children make divorce more complicated?
Going separate ways with someone you spent a long time with can be painful. But the experience can be even more complicated when children are involved. Divorcing parents have to make decisions that are in the best interest of their kids, which can make the process...
How do you decide who gets a rental home in your divorce?
When you’re divorcing, it can seem like there are a million things that all require your attention. It’s an emotionally and financially challenging time for both parties concerned. One thing you’ll want to make sure of is that your interest in your most valuable...