If you have resolved to divorce with children in the picture, one of the most important subjects you’ll need to address is the children’s post-divorce living arrangements. Most often, the court encourages parents to work this out on their own before presenting the...
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3 ideas for co-parents and summer break schedules
The summer break can often throw a wrench into co-parents’ child custody arrangements. Things can get very different because the children suddenly don’t have school for around three months. The general custody schedule might work very well during the school year, but...
How can you address constant custody violations?
Custody violations can take many forms. Your co-parent may interfere with your parenting time or rights by withholding the child, changing the schedule without your consent or bad-mouthing you to the child. When this happens, it can be frustrating and harmful to your...
Are you co-parenting with a narcissist?
Are you a parent of children in a shared custody arrangement with a narcissistic ex? If so, you are likely faced with many daily challenges associated with the situation. Whether it's navigating their unpredictable behavior and intense emotions or having to often...
3 tips for reducing conflict during child custody exchanges
You had a contentious marriage and a bitter breakup, so your custody exchanges are fraught with tension. It’s not good for anybody, least of all the kids. Is there anything you can do to reduce the conflicts at your custody exchanges? Here are some suggestions. Ask...
Be prepared if flying alone with your child over spring break
Anyone who’s traveling alone – especially by air – for the first time with their child during spring break should expect added challenges. If you’re separated or divorcing, you may not know exactly what to expect. One thing it’s wise to expect is some added scrutiny...
Can a child choose who to live with in California?
Dissolving a marriage that you have worked hard to build is difficult, more so when there is a child involved. This is especially true if both parents have been actively involved in the well-being of the child and have a strong emotional connection. But when you and...
Is your ex trying to turn your children against you?
It's challenging to deal with a difficult ex-spouse, especially when children are involved. It becomes even worse when the other parent actively tries to turn your children against you. You may feel like there is nothing you can do and feel helpless that your children...
Crafting a manageable parenting plan agreement
If you and your child’s other parent are no longer romantically linked, you’ll need to start thinking about drafting a parenting plan as part of your broader child custody arrangement. In California, family law courts generally require that a legally-enforceable...
3 things to think about when you divorce with children
Going through a divorce is a big change for you. Your children will also have to learn how to live a vastly different life than what they’re accustomed to. As a parent, you must do what’s best for your children. This doesn’t mean always doing the easiest things. You...