The pandemic made most aspects of life more complicated, including co-parenting. With the uncertainty and potential exposures to the virus, parenting has become more difficult than ever, especially for parents that are not together. Check out this quick guide on how COVID-19 might impact your...
The COVID-19 pandemic has transformed life as we know it. One group of people especially affected by the crisis are divorced parents. People had to figure out custody matters with children learning from home and transfer them from one home to another while social distancing....
The COVID-19 pandemic transformed life as we know it. Schools and businesses shut down for months on end, and lots of people lost their jobs. The pandemic has also impacted families—especially children of divorced parents. This article will answer the question: how has COVID-19 affected...
When you are undergoing a divorce and have children, an important question arises—how will you and your former spouse care for them? It is possible that one parent will take on most of the responsibility of raising the children moving forward, or both parents may...
It is not uncommon for stepparents and stepchildren to form close relationships over time. In fact, many children may consider a stepfather or stepmother as their true parental figure, and vice versa. Due to this, you may desire to adopt your stepchild so that you...
As a father, you undoubtedly want to do your best to care for your child, even if you and your partner are separated. The good news is that you have legal rights to do so. Inform yourself about what fathers should know about child custody...
Parents must take care of their children no matter what—even when their relationship ends. When something traumatic happens, adults need to put their feelings aside to ensure that their children are okay. The reality is, the emotional impact of divorce on children is significant. Consequently,...
Most people assume that mothers get full custody of their children after a divorce. In the past, this sentiment was true, as courts believed that mothers were considered the primary caregivers, and consequently, were more capable of taking care of couple’s children. This view has...
Developing a co-parenting plan is never easy. More often than not, both parents want to spend as much time with their children as possible. Since both parties have a vested interest in the matter, things can get heated pretty quickly. When it is appropriate, the...
Separation becomes even more challenging when children are involved. Parents must work together to formulate a cohesive co-parenting plan that prioritizes their child’s needs. However, the process is not as black and white as one may believe. There are differences between child custody appeal and...