If you are divorced with kids, chances are good that you will find yourself in a blended family situation one day. When at least one person in the relationship brings biological children into a new relationship, it can become stressful for all parties. Not to mention the troubles that may arise when a stepparent tries
If you have experienced separation or divorce, you know firsthand how painful and overwhelming it can be. Even if it was a terrible situation, it doesn’t necessarily make it easier to move forward – you still have to go through the healing process and adjust to life without your spouse. Do you know how you
Getting through the holidays as a separated or divorced couple is difficult. What makes this even more difficult is when children are involved. Divorce can be particularly hard on kids because they have to deal with two houses, two schedules, two sides of the family, or perhaps even blended families or new relationships. People often
To many, the holidays are a very stressful time of year. Add divorce into the equation and it can become a time that some people dread and want to avoid altogether. After a separation or divorce, the holidays can serve as a constant reminder of happier times and amplify the loneliness and sadness that one
When a couple has a child then decides to separate or divorce, the topic of “child custody” or “parenting time” has to be addressed. The best way to approach this is to create a parenting plan, which is a written document that outlines how parents will raise their child and deal with various situations. It
The word “divorce” can be one of scariest words that a child will ever hear. Even if it is obvious to the child that the situation at home is not going well, kids never really want to think of a future without their mother and father living in the same house. It evokes feelings of
A family law mediator acts as a neutral party to help couples transition out of relationships in a healthy and peaceful way, without the stress of going to court. Experienced mediators help both parties see the viewpoint of the other, with the goal to reach an agreement that is best for everyone involved. There are
Separation or Divorce is not easy. What can make it even more difficult is when children are involved. It is very common for parents to struggle as to how they are going to explain their separation / divorce to their kids. Here are 5 tips for telling your kids that you are separating / getting
Going through a divorce is obviously a very stressful process, and what can make it even more emotionally and mentally taxing, would be to have your divorce records available to the public eye. One of the biggest advantages of choosing Collaborative Divorce is that it keeps all of the details of your divorce private. If
It can be a very exciting time when you decide to move in with your partner. It is important, however, to not let that excitement overshadow the reality of what you are getting yourself into. Moving in with your partner affects your rights regarding your assets, your income, and your children (if you have any