If you're a divorced parent, it's likely that eventually you'll become part of a blended family. Your new spouse may have children. Your co-parent may have a new spouse and stepchildren. There could be a host of grandparents, aunts and uncles and other relatives in...
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When you need a restraining order with your divorce
Sometimes, you just need a divorce. Other times, you may need a restraining order to go along with it. How can you tell whether you should seek a restraining order with your divorce? You should know that you don't have to be a battered spouse to seek this type of...
What should you do if your kids don’t like your new partner?
You've been divorced for a while. You've met someone you've come to really care about, and you introduce them to your children. You start slowly with short outings or a pizza-and-movie night at home. However, it soon becomes clear that your kids don't like your new...
Catch your breath before rushing to date after divorce
Going through a divorce can make you feel like you just went a few rounds with Mike Tyson. It can knock the stuffing out of even emotionally hardy individuals. If the divorce was initiated by your ex and unwanted by you, the grief you feel is very much like what you'd...
Things you definitely shouldn’t do if you’re in a custody battle
If you're in a custody battle with your ex or soon-to-be-ex, the stress and anger you feel may cause you to behave in ways that will only harm your case. If you believe that your co-parent and possibly the judge and others who have a say in the outcome are being...
Should you ask for a divorce before or after the holidays?
You've reached the point in your marriage where you're ready to tell your spouse that you want a divorce. With the end of the year closing in, is it better to have one last holiday season together and wait until the new year to announce your intentions? Should you do...
Why a custody battle with a spouse in recovery may not be wise
If you're divorcing a spouse who has had alcohol and/or drug abuse issues and the two of you have children, it's only natural that your concern for their safety and well-being is paramount. You may have determined that you want full custody of the kids -- particularly...
Protecting your parenting time from indirect interference
When parents separate or divorce, it can take months or even years to learn how to work together to raise their child and respect each other's rights and boundaries. In many cases, parents never seem to be able to find common ground, and one or both of them may...
Making a case for child custody if you have a mental illness
Fortunately, mental health issues don't carry the stigma they once did. In general, it's much easier than it used to be for people to acknowledge that they have a problem and seek help. This can include therapy, medication or a combination of the two.Perhaps your...
Parents’ battle over child’s gender attracts political attention
Divorced parents can disagree about many things related to their children's upbringing. However, two Texas parents can't agree on the gender of their child. The court battle has attracted the attention of the governor, other Texas politicians and conservative...