Parental alienation often has an earlier onset than you may expect. Parents often do not notice the signs until it gets to a more dire stage, partially due to distraction from the divorce itself. Thus, by the time signs are obvious enough to notice clearly, the damage...
Shared parenting vs. sole-custody: What you should know
Parenting can be challenging, especially if you are co-parenting after a legal separation or divorce. Children deserve the love, emotional and financial support from both parents, even if they are not married. It is important to realize that the type of custody...
Argue Better For Your Kid’s Sake
Arguments are inevitable between parents. Arguments in front of children are also inevitable. Unfortunately, the stress of the pandemic has called for more arguments. Child specialist and parenting coach Beth Proudfoot notes that these arguments are not only...
Moving away with your kids
The formal conclusion of your divorce proceedings in California no doubt brings with it a certain degree of finality. Yet that does not necessarily signal an end to your association with your ex-spouse. Indeed, in many respects, it marks the beginning of an entirely...
Where should you exchange your kids with their co-parent?
At the start and end of your custody time, you must meet your children’s co-parent to exchange physical custody. Unsurprisingly, the custody hand-off process can be a source of friction for newly divorced parents. While you can take a few steps to minimize...
Should we nest?
One of the most difficult aspects of divorce is the parenting plan. In the majority of cases, parents share both legal and physical custody of children after a divorce. This is commonly known as “co-parenting.” Co-parenting has many advantages for the children, but it...
Tips to ease the coparenting transition
After a divorce, parenting with your former spouse can be a challenge. However, building a solid relationship as coparents will benefit your children’s well-being. Try these strategies after a divorce in California to improve communication and bridge the gap with your...
What happens to a custody order if a co-parent dies?
Divorce can take a tremendous toll on the emotional health of children. Fortunately, if you share custody of your kids with your ex-spouse, the young ones in your family have two loving parents to help them thrive. If your ex-spouse dies, though, you may wonder what...
Tips: How to introduce the kids to a new partner
It can take a long time for individuals to heal and move on after a divorce, as well as adjust to their new life. However, in this new chapter, many people rediscover themselves and perhaps even find a new partner. Finding love again can be a wonderful feeling, but...
Requesting custody modification in California
If your family's custody arrangement no longer fits your child's needs, a modification may be in order. California courts recommend reviewing parenting plans every two to three years and updating when required. Learn more about the process for modifying your family's...
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