Has either of these scenarios become commonplace in your house since your divorce? Your 8-year old son drags his feet, whines “I want to stay home with you!” and complains about heading to your ex’s for his regularly scheduled weekend visit. Your 15-year old daughter flat out refuses to go. “I want to see my […]
What If a Parent Doesn’t Exercise Their Court Ordered Parenting Agreement?
When going through a divorce, determining parenting time (also known as visitation) is a major consideration, and involves many factors such as the geographical proximity of the parents, the age of the child or children, and potential limitations such as work schedules, medical issues or other special needs of the parents and / or children. […]
Colorado Child Custody Laws
In Colorado, every divorce, annulment, legal separation, or paternity case that involves children considers the “best interests of the child” when determining child custody and “parental responsibilities.” Parental Responsibilities has two components—1) parenting time (sometimes called visitation) and 2) decision-making. This article focuses on the parenting time component. Family law in Colorado is gender-neutral, meaning […]
How to Help Your Children Adjust After Divorce
Whether your divorce occurred a few years ago or is happening right now, chances are you’re wondering if you’re doing all that you can to help your children adjust after divorce. Children have a variety of ways they respond to their parents’ divorce, including feeling afraid, withdrawing, showing resentment, being angry, or exhibiting hyperactivity. Chances […]
Divorce Risk for Parents of Children With Developmental Disabilities
Raising a child with a developmental disability requires loves, commitment and perseverance, and large amounts of patience. For a very long time it was commonly thought that couples raising a child with a developmental disability were at a much higher risk for marital separation and / or divorce. However, a recent study conducted by a […]
Dating After Divorce: Communicating With Your Children
Should I introduce my child to the person I’m dating? There comes a time, after your divorce is finalized, when dating becomes something you want to do. Going out and meeting new people with the hope of dating or starting a serious relationship, is easier now than ever before, thanks to the Internet. However, if […]
What To Tell Your Kids About Your Divorce
Wondering what to tell your kids about your divorce? Divorce can be confusing, stressful, and sad for your children regardless of their age. Whether they are teenagers or toddlers, there is a strong likelihood that they will feel upset, angry, or fearful at the thought of their parents splitting up. As a parent and an […]
How to Help Children Adjust to Separation and Divorce
An impending divorce or marital separation will affect adults and children differently. For adults, the decision to separate or divorce marks the end of a relationship. Children, on the other hand, will typically continue to have a relationship with both of their parents and must learn to navigate the strong emotions and significant life changes […]
