Transitioning from a marital relationship to a co-parenting one can be challenging. There was a time when the two of you planned a future together, and those emotions didn’t turn off like a switch. Navigating this new dynamic takes time. And while there may be bumps...
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Child Custody
Potential reasons to modify child custody arrangements
It’s very important to follow a child custody order after it’s been handed down. But that doesn’t mean that you have no options if you feel that the order doesn’t fit your life any longer. You can request for the court to modify the order, changing your obligations....
Does your teen’s parenting plan need to be modified?
As children grow, their needs, schedules and preferences change. A parenting plan that worked well when a child was younger may not be suitable for a teenager. If your current custody arrangement is causing conflicts or no longer fits your teen’s lifestyle, it may be...
What are your child custody options?
Parents may be given custody of their child after a divorce. Child custody can give parents legal and physical custody of their child. Legal custody means a parent can make decisions on behalf of their child, such as their education and medical needs. Physical custody...
How can you use virtual visits during co-parenting?
Parents who don’t live close to each other may need to find ways for the non-custodial parent to remain a constant presence in the child’s life. One way that this is possible is through virtual visitation. This type of visitation is meant to bridge the gap between...
The benefits of using an app when adjusting to joint custody
The transition to sharing parental rights and responsibilities can be a rocky one for parents. It is difficult for people to put their personal feelings aside and keep the focus on their children. Every phone call about scheduling and custody exchange could lead to...
2 things for divorced parents to think about before summer
Summer months require some significant changes from regular schedules. For people who have a parenting plan in place, because they aren’t in a relationship with their child’s other parent any longer, the summers can be stressful as they try to navigate the custody...
Why your child custody arrangement needs to change this year
Every passing year poses new challenges as a parent. If you share custody of your child, then you may need to consider what challenges you may face this year and adjust your custody arrangement accordingly. Here are a few considerations to make to a custody...
The “child’s best interests” is not just a term for the court
As a parent considering divorce, you will have heard, or soon be hearing a lot of mentions of the term, “the child’s best interests.” The court will keep this concept at the forefront of its mind when making decisions about things related to your child, such as...
Understanding 3 different styles of co-parenting
Co-parenting is a partnership in which both parents jointly take on the responsibility of raising their child after ending their romantic relationship. Parents who are on time and who stick to the same bedtimes, screen time limits and discipline procedures for their...