One of the biggest challenges of parenting today is managing kids' media time and content. When most of us were growing up, that usually meant how many hours of TV we were allowed to watch. Now it involves computer time, video games, iPads, social media access and...
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Dealing with the grief of divorce while parenting
Going through a divorce or any break-up as a parent presents some unique challenges. This is particularly if you're the parent your kids are living with most of the time. You can't just sit down with a pint of ice cream or take to your bed whenever the grief gets too...
5 Tips For Custodial Parents Moving Out Of State
Moving out of state can be stressful, particularly for custodial parents who want to bring their children along. Here are 5 tips for custodial parents, referred to as conservators in Texas, who are considering a move to another state. Do Not Move Out Of State Without...
Making the holiday season easier for your family after a divorce
The holiday season can be one of the most difficult times for families where the couple is divorced -- particularly if it's your first year living as a split family. Both parents want to spend quality time with their children on the special days, such as Christmas and...
Seek help in non-divorce child custody cases
Child custody cases are often thrown into the same pot as divorce; however, not all child custody matters have to do with a divorce. When parents aren't married when the child is born, child custody matters can still occur. While these child custody cases are largely...
Chris Brown prevails in custody battle for daughter
Singer Chris Brown recently found himself dealing with the courts once again. This time, however, it didn't involve a run-in with the law. Brown, as our readers likely remember, was convicted in 2009 of assaulting fellow singer Rihanna, who was his girlfriend at the...
The Three Cs Of Successful Child Custody Plans
This may be difficult to believe at the outset of a child custody dispute, but win-win solutions are possible. Co-parenting plans can be created that enable both parents to enjoy meaningful relationships with their children.These plans require three important...
Tips for starting a new school year as a divorced parent
Back-to-school time can be a challenge for any parent. However, for divorced parents, there are additional issues to address. This is particularly true if this is your child's first school year since the break-up or if a child is going to a new school. Huffington Post...
Tips for lessening the stress of co-parenting
During and after divorce, co-parenting may be the most difficult thing that many people have to do. People who have been there shared some of the things they've learned to help their children stay happy and well-adjusted in their new lives.Remember that your...
Tips for Texans’ first post-divorce family vacation
With summer vacation around the corner, many newly-divorced Texans are planning their first trips alone with their children. Traveling with kids always includes some level of stress. However, doing it on your own can be significantly more difficult -- at least the...

