Parenting is known as the hardest job in the world, and that's when both parents are under one roof. After a divorce or separation, parenting (or "co-parenting") can be even more challenging. You'll go through ups and downs, and some days will be more challenging than others. Psychologist Dr. Peggy …
Gray Divorce Revolution
A used-to-be great marriage, three kids and a few dogs later... there is an increasing number of spouses that are getting divorced in their 40's and 50's. Once you send the last kid of to college and you actually have to start focusing on your relationship again, your relationship may …
Spruce Up Your Home
Author and divorce blogger Lois Tarter recently wrote a post regarding a new, fun way to help you move on from your marriage-- a home makeover! You may have the place to yourself now, and the way your house/apartment looks may remind you of your husband or wife. It may not be the smartest time to …
How to Prepare For Your First Mediation Session
We've discussed in this blog whether you should or shouldn't use mediation, what it is, how it can help, etc. So let's assume that you've decided to go through with the process. Where do you start? Divorce Mediator Michelle Rozen recently shared these eight things you should do prior to your first …
Using Experts in Divorce
While our family law attorneys are experienced in helping families throughout the divorce process, they are experts in the law. Child advocate Caroline Choi recently shared a few other experts you may want to consider using, and we thought we'd share her information with you. An expert can be …
Negotiate or Litigate
That's the million dollar question. Everyone going through a divorce needs to decide what process they'll take. The decision you make may have a great impact on you and on your loved ones who will ultimately feel the pain of the divorce as well-- such as your children. …
Telling Your Child He/She Needs Therapy
The simple title of this post could cause some parents anxiety. For a variety of reasons, some parents are truly terrified to even try to tell their children that they may need to see a therapist. Many children should see a therapist after their parents divorce or separate, but that's a tough thing …
Taking to Children About Divorce
HealthNewsDigest recently posted an article with tips regarding how to talk to your kids about divorce, and we thought we'd share the information here. Telling your kids that you will be splitting from your spouse is one of the hardest things a parent can do. Depending on the age of your children, …
Know Your Rights with a Restraining Order
What are restraining orders? Most people are aware that they can be issued to victims of domestic abuse, and that they can also be issued to people facing civil harassment. What you may not know is how to file restraining order, what the burden of proof, what rights are yours when the court grants …
Dealing with Change
One of the hardest parts of divorce for most people is the amount of change that will occur. Many of the stable things in your life that have been that way for potentially many years change rapidly. Change is inevitable when divorcing or separating. But here are a few tips from Cheryl Dillon, CPC, …
