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Should I Let My Child Bring Items That I Buy to the Other Parent’s Home?
One of the most common—and emotionally charged—co‑parenting questions after separation or divorce is this: Should I let my child bring items I buy to the other parent’s home? Whether it’s clothing, school supplies, toys, electronics, or comfort items, disputes over children’s belongings can quickly escalate into conflict. While this issue may seem minor, it often… Read More
Should My Child Have a Birthday Party with Each Parent?
When parents are separated or divorced, children’s birthdays often bring up complicated parenting questions. One of the most common is: Should my child have a birthday party with each parent? This is a frequent concern in co‑parenting and custody arrangements, and there is no one‑size‑fits‑all answer. The best decision depends on your child’s emotional needs,… Read More
How Parents’ Divorce Affects Adult Children
When parents divorce later in life, the assumption is often that their children—now adults—will be unaffected. After all, they’re grown, independent, and no longer living at home. Yet research and clinical experience consistently show that parents’ divorce has a deep emotional impact on adult children, even decades after childhood. For many grown children, a parents’… Read More
The Importance of Being Civil With Your Coparent
Why Civility in Co‑Parenting Matters Children Feel More Secure When Parents Cooperate Children thrive when they sense stability between their parents. Civility—calm communication, respectful language, and predictable behavior—helps kids feel emotionally safe. They’re spared the pressure of choosing sides and can maintain strong, healthy relationships with both parents. Civility Reduces Parental… Read More
What Children Often Wish Parents Understood During Separation
Separation is challenging for everyone involved, but children often experience it in ways they struggle to put into words. While adults are navigating decisions, logistics, and emotions, kids are quietly working through their own fears, questions, and hopes. Understanding what children commonly wish their parents knew can help families move through separation with greater empathy,… Read More
Creating a Parenting Plan That Grows With Your Kids
A parenting plan shouldn’t be a fixed document. As children grow, their emotional, social, and developmental needs evolve—often quickly. What works well for a toddler may not support a child in elementary school, and what serves a pre‑teen may feel restrictive to a teenager. Creating a parenting plan that grows with your kids helps your… Read More
I Am Now a Single Parent. What Does That Mean?
Becoming a single parent is a major shift, whether it follows divorce, separation, or an unexpected life change. Many parents in this situation wonder what single parenting really involves, how to adjust to a new family structure, and how to support their children through transitions. Understanding what this stage means can help you build stability,… Read More
Should I Live Close to My Coparent?
Deciding where to live after a separation or divorce is rarely simple. Between work schedules, housing costs, and personal preferences, choosing a location can feel overwhelming. But one factor many parents overlook—yet often benefits the entire family—is living close to your coparent. Proximity isn’t just about convenience; it can dramatically improve your coparenting relationship and… Read More
Should I Ask My Child Which Parent They Want to Live With?
While it may seem compassionate to involve your child in the conversation, family therapists and child development experts generally agree: directly asking a child to choose between parents can cause emotional harm, confusion, and long-lasting stress. This article explains why that question can be damaging, what children should be asked instead, and how to incorporate… Read More
Getting Along With Your Co‑Parent’s New Significant Other
Introduction: Why Your Co‑Parent’s New Partner Matters – When your co‑parent introduces a new significant other, it can create unexpected stress and emotional challenges. But building a respectful relationship with this new partner is an important part of healthy co‑parenting and helps create consistency and stability for your child. This article explores practical strategies for… Read More
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