You can put many different things in a prenuptial agreement before you get married, or you can add them to a postnuptial agreement after you get married. For example, maybe you want to protect a business that you own, so you can exclude it from property division. Or...
Year: 2023
Co-parenting can require some challenging conversations
Co-parenting can be difficult, especially when disagreements arise. The emotional backdrop of a past relationship often complicates the situation, making it tough to communicate effectively. However, it's important to remember that the focus should always be on the...
Helping your child cope with divorce: 3 tips
While it is normal for parents to feel emotionally drained and lonely after a divorce, the situation might be harder for kids. Apart from feeling sad and low about the separation, children are at greater risk of developing clinical depression. The symptoms of...
How parents can better support their children during divorce
The decision to divorce will typically lead to negative experiences for a couple’s children. Children often experience depression and anxiety, as well as reduced self-esteem when their family situation changes abruptly. The potential harm to their mental health and...
The pitfalls of discussing your co-parent with your kids
When it comes to co-parenting, open communication, and collaboration are essential for the well-being of children. However, there are times when too much communication can become detrimental. Here, you can learn why discussing your co-parent’s shortcomings with your...
The risk of staying together for your children
Many parents think that their marriage should last until their children are old enough to leave the house. In theory, parents hope that staying together will benefit their children’s growth -- or, at least, avoid unnecessary upsets and stress on developing minds. For...
Talking to your children about divorce
Your children will eventually learn that you’re going through a divorce. However, breaking the news to them can be difficult. As you prepare for the divorce process, you may need to consider the following tips for when you talk to your children about your divorce:...
To minimize a child’s emotions on transfer days, check your own
If you and your co-parent are sharing custody of your child after separation and divorce, you’re likely both good – or at least responsible – parents. That doesn’t make transitions of your child between homes any easier. These transitions can be difficult emotionally...
2 risks of negative talk about a co-parent in front of your children
Marriages typically end because spouses have disputes or deep-seated differences that they cannot overcome. The divorce process often leads to intense negative emotions and a complete destruction of the amicable bond between former spouses. Some couples can simply...
How to find common ground to start co-parenting together
Couples generally separate or divorce because their relationship is no longer healthy or functional. Spouses and non-marital romantic partners often recognize that they no longer have a positive dynamic and prefer to move on to a more positive living arrangement....