January often sees a surge in divorce filings, a trend that’s increased over the past several decades. However, several factors influence Pennsylvania spouses’ decision to end their marriages. The recent pandemic also affected when and why couples get divorced. The...
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How can I recover financially from a gray divorce?
Life after divorce can be challenging for those over 50, especially women baby boomers who paused or ended their careers to stay home and raise the children or care for others. While that job could be just as demanding and meaningful as any other, it came without a...
Tips for navigating the holidays as co-parents
The holiday season is typically joyous for families with young children and a time when fond memories are made. However, the end of the year can be a logistically and emotionally challenging time when parents’ divorce. The good news is that the good times don’t have...
Protect these precious rights for children after a divorce
You have the right to be happy; getting a divorce may be essential to making that happen. No one should deny you the opportunity for a long and happy life. But divorce creates tremendous stress and chaos for you and everyone around you, especially your children. If...
My children discovered our divorce before we told them. Now what?
Divorce is, and always will be a highly sensitive and complex issue. It can seem like there’s never a good time to tell your kids. But it can become even more complicated if your children find out about it before you and your soon-to-be ex sit them down to explain....
What are common reactions by children to their parents’ divorce?
Divorce is often the best solution to end unhappy and unhealthy marriages. Staying together for the wrong reasons typically ends up causing problems for everyone. But even when you know it’s for the best, your children will likely struggle to adjust to their new...
Exploring valid reasons for divorce
Marriage is a sacred bond built on trust, love and commitment. Sometimes, however, things do not go as expected, and marriages break down for several reasons. There are instances where the union becomes unsustainable because the differences between the partners are...
Pros and cons of 3 common divorce considerations
If you are thinking about getting a divorce or have already made up your mind, strong emotions are likely crowding out thoughts on many issues that will result. That’s not unusual as coming to terms can be difficult even when you know it’s for the best. It’s crucial...
6 often overlooked complex assets in divorces
Whether your divorce is amicable or acrimonious, the stakes can be high, especially when you and your spouse have a lot of assets. In Pennsylvania, everything you and your spouse own is typically subject to equitable division, which doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll...
How do different co-parenting styles impact children?
Many child psychologists believe parenting style is the most crucial element in children’s physical health and how they view themselves and others and relate to the world around them. The way you praise and discipline them will be with them for the rest of their...