Sometimes divorcing parents feel like the odds are stacked against them when it comes to how they’ll be able to share in the continued parenting of their child. State laws are slowly but surely evolving so that they presume – unless and until proven otherwise – that...
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Year: 2023
Tips for co-parenting a baby or young toddler
Co-parenting with an ex is never an easy undertaking. Every family’s unique circumstances and every child’s unique needs must be carefully considered when constructing a parenting plan to better ensure that it is both workable for all and reflects a child’s best...
How to balance your work-home life as a divorced single parent
Life as a parent is a juggling act. As a working parent, there’s a lot that’s expected of you. Much of your time is likely spent trying to balance time with your children, cooking, cleaning and work. As a single parent after divorce, balancing your work-life may seem...
3 signs it’s time to pursue a Florida custody modification
Parents either negotiate with each other to settle time-sharing concerns and other parenting matters or they rely on a family law judge to put together a viable custody order for their family. Once there is an order on record, parents are required to follow the...
How to protect your assets in a marriage
People often fear that their marriage could lead to a divorce. It can happen to people who have just proposed or been proposed to and worry about the future. It can happen to people who are currently married and have a sudden relationship scare. And, it can happen to...
What should you know about your credit after divorce?
Divorce is undoubtedly one of the most challenging times a person can face. Understanding how divorce can impact your credit is crucial to protecting your financial future. Maintaining a good credit score is essential for many reasons, including qualifying for loans...
Can a Florida mother refuse to acknowledge her child’s father?
Some men have a far easier time than others remaining actively involved in the lives of their children. Fathers married to the mother of their children automatically have parental rights much in line with the rights that the mother has after giving birth. On the other...
How to tell the kids about your divorce
You’re going through a divorce. This is a troubling time and you don’t want to burden your children with the news. Yet, your children will learn about the divorce eventually. If you delay talking to your children about your divorce, they may not be ready to face the...
When your co-parent is particularly difficult to handle
Most of the time, couples choose to raise a child together because – regardless of whether they are married or unmarried – they trust, respect and admire one another. However, unfortunately, many individuals ultimately discover that their romantic partner has faults...
Why co-parents should consider a virtual visitation arrangement
Virtual visitation, also known as electronic visitation or e-visitation, refers to using technology to facilitate communication and interaction between co-parents and their children when they are physically separated. Incorporating virtual visitation into a formal...