If you were a distant, hands-off dad while you were married, you might be worried about drifting further away from your kids now that you and your spouse have parted. Sometimes, well-meaning divorced fathers overcompensate for the things that have gone wrong,...
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Child Custody
Does back-to-school season mean changing your custody plan?
As summer turns into fall, it is time to start thinking about school supplies and getting the kids ready for school. Rather than days filled with play and activities, it is time to shift their schedules back into the routine of going to school. For parents adjusting...
Helping your kids stay connected to extended family after divorce
If summer has always been a time when your family took vacations with your in-laws and your kids got to spend time with their cousins, you may be realizing that your divorce means the end of these get-togethers. It may also be the end of big family gatherings. While...
Dealing with your first Father’s Day after separation or divorce
The first Father’s Day after separation or divorce can be surprisingly difficult for many dads. You may not have realized just how many of the things your kids did for you were actually orchestrated by your wife – particularly if she chooses not to help your kids...
Celebrating your child’s graduation when you’re divorced
Your child’s graduation from high school is one of the biggest days of their life. They worked hard to achieve this milestone and they want to celebrate their accomplishments with the people they love. This can be a bit of a challenge if you are divorced, but it is...
Fathers can stay involved with their children after a divorce
It's been found that children can thrive after divorce when they are still connected to both parents. In many cases, this means that courts will now use joint custody instead of sole custody to ensure that children still see both of their parental figures. This often...
3 common mistakes parents make during custody battles
When a marriage is over, one of the most difficult decisions a couple will have to make is regarding custody. A child custody case can be difficult no matter the circumstances. That being said, it is important that you do not make things any harder for yourself by...
3 rules that make shared custody less stressful for the children
Most divorcing couples will find themselves sharing parental responsibilities. The judge presiding over your divorce wants to do what is best for your children, and usually what is best for your kids involves maintaining a strong relationship with both parents. While...
Why would you seek the first right of refusal for parenting time?
When it comes to shared custody plans, the devil is in the details. Choosing the right terms will set you up for success, while ignoring possible issues will lead to future conflict. Many parents focus so much on the division of parenting time that they don't think...
How do you deal with parental alienation?
Divorce or separation can be hard on everyone involved, particularly when children are involved. Depending on the circumstances of the divorce, the court may grant one parent full custody of the child as the other parent is granted visitation rights. Sometimes, a...
