The family home with both parents residing under one roof is central to a child’s upbringing. Divorce forever disrupts their physical world and emotional belief system. Psychologists say many children worry that if their parents can stop loving each other, they can...
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How can I repair a broken co-parenting relationship?
Even the happiest marriages have their ups and downs. So it shouldn’t be a surprise when big or small disagreements arise between you and your ex. But the one thing you should remain unified about is your children’s future. Most divorced parents put their differences...
Avoid these 4 co-parenting loyalty traps
Divorced parents may have many issues that they don’t see eye-to-eye and never will. But one thing they will always have in common is undying love for their children. Most co-parents understand that their kids must have healthy relationships with both parents to...
Naming a legal guardian for your children is important
If you have an amicable enough relationship with your ex to share custody with your kids, you have an important question to settle. If one of you dies, the other parent will likely get full custody. However, if the worst should happen to you and your co-parent, you...
Will parallel parenting work for your family?
As a divorcing set of parents, your communication and contact, unfortunately, do not end along with your marriage. You need to provide a good life and healthy childhood for your kid, and most experts agree that sole custody is not the way to do this. But what can you...
What are some tips for co-parenting a teen?
The best situation for children is when their parents work together. Good co-parenting can make a huge difference, but it is not without its challenges. Things can get especially tricky when your child reaches the teen years. According to the Academy of Professional...
What families should know about Kayden’s Law
The Pennsylvania legislature is currently reviewing Senate Bill 78, a custody reform initiative called Kayden's Law. The bill would require court investigations in custody cases involving abuse allegations and make other changes to place safety at the forefront of...
What do you know about creating a parenting plan?
As a divorcing parent, you must make a lot of decisions for yourself and your shared children. Further, you must make those decisions with the other parent. Psychology Today explains how to cultivate a viable strategy for parenting. Learn how to support your child's...
Finding the motivation to thrive as a single parent
Transitioning to life as a single parent in Pennsylvania can take time and require support from others. Recognizing that you will need to adjust the way you used to do things can help you have more flexibility. Even though you no longer have another person to share...
Does this issue indicate parental alienation?
Parental alienation is a big issue in divorcing families. This happens when one parent decides they want to ruin the relationship between their co-parent and child. The reasons differ, but the end result is often the same: a damaged family, and a child with trauma....