While raising children has an unimaginable number of challenges, the rewards can be equally innumerable. The instinct to care for and guide children into adulthood is hardwired in many of us. However, sometimes finding a way to satisfy that instinct is not so simple....
Sometimes resentments remain between two people well after they have gone through the process of a divorce. But, the children of divorced couples should never be placed in the middle of an emotional battle between their parents. Parental gatekeeping occurs when one...
Just when you thought your smartphone was an indispensible part of your life, we are pleased to inform our readers about several apps that can potentially may co-parenting easier. It is common for many newly divorced parents to struggle with getting things done,...
One of the more special relationships that two people can ever experience together is that of grandparent and grandchild. Unfortunately, sometimes, family situations can become messy and grandparents may find themselves being obstructed from participating in their...
As we noted in a prior post, back-to-school shopping can be no picnic for divorced or separated parents. This year is poised to be no different, with more kids wanting cell phones, flash drives, tablets and other electronic devices to go along with pencils, notebooks...
Starting over after a divorce can be difficult emotionally, but many people may not plan for a financial recovery. After all, new divorcees may have less income as they may be depending on one income stream, and they may have greater financial obligations. As such,...
One of the benefits of being in a happy marriage is that you have someone with whom you can share your most personal feelings. In fact, trust is one of the most important components of any successful relationship. Sadly, not all marriages last and trust can devolve...
Divorces and child custody battles can be emotionally taxing. This is probably not news to you if you are reading this, but knowing how to handle the unsolicited advice, the emotional impulses and the constant questions is not something that you can learn all about on...
When you got married, you may likely did not give any thought that you may be talking with an attorney to prepare for a divorce. You may be nervous and unsure if you want to dissolve your marriage, and you may be unsure of what will happen to your assets, and how you...
In a recent post, we highlighted the growing phenomenon of including social media provisions in prenuptial agreements, where parties essentially pledge not to post incriminating photographs or disparaging remarks about each other over social media sites. Today, we...
