Going on a family trip with your children is probably your most anticipated event of the winter season. As a divorced parent, you may want to ensure that your plans do not rub your ex the wrong way. It may come down to what your parenting plan says. Parenting...
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The signs of alcoholism post-divorce
Parents who go through the divorce process and come to a custody arrangement still have a lot to do with each other in the years to follow. Those couples with joint custody in Massachusetts constantly communicate about parenting plans and visitation schedules. If one...
Do rich couples fight more in divorce?
A common myth surrounding high-profile divorce cases is that the more money a couple has, the more likely they are to get into a brutal battle. But exactly how true is this? Is it actually true that rich people fight more in court during divorce, or is this simply a...
Can you get sole custody in Massachusetts?
When facing a divorce, you want to ensure your child custody arrangement protects the health and well-being of your children. There are many things to consider, including the mental wellness of your spouse. Can you seek sole custody if a mental illness affects your...
How can nesting be a solution to your child custody woes?
Like most parents, you probably worry about your divorce's toll on your children. While children can acclimate and become healthy and happy with two households, you have to cultivate a healthy environment for them to thrive in at home. For some parents, turning to a...
Do you recognize these signs of parental alienation?
You hoped for a favorable outcome for your children when you and your former spouse divorced. Lately, you noticed a rift forming between you and your kids. Perhaps you suspect the other parent wants to turn your children against you. Psychology Today explains what it...
Child custody and moving to another country
Anytime a move happens between divorced spouses with children, regardless of where it is, there are questions to ask. Sometimes a short move one city over may have no strings attached, but there still might be the question of visitation and new commute considerations....
How can I improve communication with my co-parent?
It is likely that there is some level of bad feelings between you and your ex-spouse. After all, it is likely that they are your ex-spouse for a reason (or several reasons). However, if you and your ex-spouse have joint custody of any children, you will need to find a...
How to modify a child custody order
When a couple divorces and they have children, the original child custody order is in effect until the children are no longer minors or there are circumstances that may call for a modification to the order. If one or both parents request a modification, the judge can...
Factors to consider regarding child custody
If you are in the middle of getting divorced, or if you plan to file for a divorce in the near future, you need to think about many issues and this is especially true for parents. If you have kids, you need to think about their financial and emotional well-being....