Parents who go through a divorce have to determine what’s best for the children. In almost all cases, having both parents around is what the kids need. This isn’t always as simple as it sounds. Both parents will have to make an effort to get along or the children can...
Yes, you can get a legal separation instead of or ahead of a Minnesota divorce. However, unlike many other states, our state does not require a separation period before filing for a divorce. While you can get a legal separation, make sure you understand what is...
Ending a marriage when you have children is one of life’s most heart-wrenching events. You must think of yourself and try to plan a new start, but you must also consider how the divorce might impact your kids. Anytime you can learn from the experiences of others, it...
When getting divorced and trying to figure out how to divide parenting time, most parents are thinking about their own schedules. They have to work, the kids have to go to school, and they need a schedule that fits with their life. This balance can be difficult. It...
When parents decide to divorce, they need to decide who will have custody of their children. They also need to determine the parenting plan, which includes how much time each parent will spend with the children. The more comprehensive the parenting plan, the fewer...
Halloween is fast approaching. Soon enough, it will be time to take your kids trick-or-treating. Couples who have been divorced for a while likely already have a parenting plan in place that dictates how they’ll navigate the holidays, but newly separated parents might...
To your child, divorce looks like serious adult business. As parents, you might even tell them that when they ask a question. “Never mind, son, this is grown-up stuff between your mom and me.” Lawyers, accountants, courts and financial advisors are not something most...
Men often feel disadvantaged and even frightened when thinking about their custody rights in a divorce. There are persistent social myths that make fathers think they won't possibly be able to secure shared custody. On an individual basis, a father may be acutely...
Raising children with a high-conflict co-parent is challenging under the best of circumstances. After you and your ex divorce, you may discover that it is even harder to get along with your high-conflict co-parent. However, since you share children with your ex, you...
If you had to guess the number one issue between couples that predicts their likelihood of divorce, what would you guess? Would it be differences in religion? Do you suspect it’s disparities in education or income? What about infidelity? How about tolerance for risk...
