While parenting doesn’t come with an instruction manual, and there isn’t a “right” way to parent, every divorcing couple should consider certain tried and tested parenting strategies. When couples decide to part ways, the one challenge they’re likely to face during...
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How exactly does divorce affect children’s well-being?
Divorce can be a challenging time for families because parents have to realize new ways to relate to each other while learning new parenting techniques. The impact this can have on the children varies; some may react in an understanding way, while others may struggle...
Can you afford to keep the marital home?
The end of a marriage brings with it a host of uncertainties. One of the most pressing concerns for many is the fate of the marital home. Can you keep it? Should you keep it? The answers to these questions can affect your emotional well-being and financial future....
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...
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...
A divorce registry can help you “restock” as you move on
Assuming that your soon-to-be ex doesn’t feel so guilty about their behavior that they hand you their share of the family home and everything in it, you’re going to need to buy a few things as you settle in to your post-married life. Maybe you need to fill in some...
Tips for talking to children about your ex
For parents who are going through a divorce, or have already split up, it can be difficult to know how to talk about the other parent. For instance, maybe your spouse recently filed for divorce. You know that you need to tell the children, but how do you talk about...
Be prepared before you fly alone with your child after divorce
Flying with your child after separation or divorce can be challenging – especially if they’re young. Simply not having that extra set of arms can make things significantly more difficult. Having to deal with questions about your relationship to your child as you go...
4 common divorce myths
Every day, more misinformation about divorce spreads online. Some of it comes from made-up horror stories about divorce and other information comes from misunderstanding the law. One way you can combat misinformation about divorce is by debunking common myths: Myth...

