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...
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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...
Divorced parents: Never use the kids as your spies
Children who have divorced parents often go through a range of emotions. They may feel as though they live two distinctly separate lives -- one with each paent. It’s up to the parents to try to make the situation as normal as possible for the kids. One thing that...
Helping your child feel at home across two residences
When most of us think back to our childhood and adolescent years, we remember our bedrooms. They were the one place in the house that was ours. They were a reflection of who we were and what we treasured. If you’re a divorcing parent, it’s crucial to remember the...
Is your co-parent routinely late in dropping off the kids?
The divorce process involves settling various matters in a legal fashion. If you’re a parent, then a child custody agreement will be your top priority. Whether you’ve managed to come to an arrangement with your co-parent, or the courts have had to step in, the...