Brian James, a divorce mediator in Chicago, answers: If you and your soon-to-be ex are able to reach agreements regarding four major issues that affect your children–education, health, extracurriculars, and religion–then you should go with joint custody. If you disagree on any, some, or all of these aspects of child rearing, then you may need […]
Parenting During Divorce
What is the best way to create a co-parenting plan that works for all parties?
Creating a co-parenting plan that works for everyone. The important thing about creating a co-parenting plan is to recognize that whatever your parents methods were before the divorce are no longer the way that you’re going to do it. An example is a situation where you have a stay-at-home mom and a working dad. After […]
9 Tips for Protecting Children from Conflict during Divorce
It’s impossible to avoid conflict completely, but you can learn to control it. Here are nine useful tips for reducing the harmful effects of conflict during and after divorce.
The Effects of Divorce on Children | WINNER: Best Article on Children and Divorce in 2018
Here’s an explanation of the most common effects of divorce on children, as well as some proactive steps you can take to ensure that your kids grow up to be happy, healthy adults.
Warning Signs: Are Your Kids at Risk for Suffering the Emotional Effects of Divorce?
If you believe your children will be unaffected by your divorce, you’ll be surprised to learn that all children of divorce suffer emotional injuries. So the question is not whether they’ll be hurt, but how badly they’ll be hurt. Here’s how to minimize the damage.
Shared Parenting Pros and Cons
Is shared parenting better for children than sole custody? Successful shared parenting benefits both children and parents, but it is not appropriate for all families. Here are the pros and cons of shared parenting after divorce.
4 Tips for Fostering Contact with the Absent Parent after Divorce
Children do best when their divorced parents have dealt with their anger and resentment, and when they encourage the children’s bond with the other parent. Here are some tips about fostering contact with the absent parent.
What is Parental Alienation Syndrome?
This syndrome is when one parent attempts to turn the child(ren) against the other parent or to keep the child away from the other parent. Attempts to alienate the child can be done in many different ways: from moving far enough away (though legal) to make it terribly inconvenient for the parent who may not […]
5 Ways to Help Make Co-Parenting Easier After a Divorce
You can ease the challenge of co-parenting with an ex-spouse by planning ahead and seeking professional help if necessary. Here are five tips to help make co-parenting easier post-divorce.
My wife and I are divorcing, and I’m concerned about protecting the interests of my children. What can I do?
In recent years, the general public and legal community have become much more sensitive to the issues of children’s involvement in the legal system in the areas of divorce, custody, visitation, support, and paternity. All states have statutes that provide for appointment of a guardian or attorney for the child. Illinois is one of three […]
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