Even if divorce is the right decision, ending a marriage can be challenging for everyone in the family. Your children may feel angry, resentful or even hopeless. According to Psychology Today, it is also not uncommon for kids to feel responsible for the breakdown of...
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Family Law
Does nesting work?
Going through your options as a divorcing parent, you have likely come across the term nesting at least once. But what is nesting, exactly? How does it work, and why does it benefit your child? It is important to understand aspects of nesting before making any...
What is nesting?
Nesting is one of the housing options available to parents going through a divorce. It offers unique benefits to the children of divorce. At the same time, it is not the ideal situation for everyone, and it requires several things from both parents in order to work....
How do you break news of divorce?
Dealing with divorce is difficult for every part of a family, including the children. Of course, as parents, you want to do all in your power to make the transition as easy as possible, even if it is a painful one. One of the best ways to do this is by knowing the...
Can you prevent your ex from turning your kids against you?
The end of any marriage has the potential to take an extreme toll on the mental well-being of children. In fact, according to Dr. Gabriel Young, a clinical psychologist who writes for Psychology Today, divorce can cause kids to experience a sense of emotional...
What are your rights as an unmarried parent?
The shape of traditional American households has shifted significantly within the past decade. Years ago, the majority of families consisted of married parents and children, all living together. Today, at least one in four parents in the United States living with...
How does surrogacy work?
When couples struggle to conceive naturally, they must turn to other options. Surrogacy is one possible option that involves having a third party carry the baby to ensure a healthy and successful delivery. People use surrogates for many reasons, from medical...