About one-third of all divorces occur within the first five years of marriage and those are often the years when people are starting families. There are unique aspects of toddler development (18 months – 3 years) that need to be understood and recognized when couples are divorcing. Follow these guidelines to smooth the transition for [...]
Managing divorce is always complicated when children are involved. Having a child that is an infant adds an additional layer of complexity. Infants can’t verbally communicate their feelings. Also, this period is a time when they are developing an attachment to their primary caregiver-- the relationship that will be foundation for all future relationships. Divorcing [...]
When a couple comes to me for divorce advice, one of their primary concerns – after ensuring that the kids are okay – is making sure they don’t go broke in the process. The good news is how much you spend on your divorce is completely within your control – you just have to be [...]
How do you typically communicate with your spouse? Do you burst into tears when you and your husband fight, just so he’ll give in and comfort you? Do you pout, sulk, or shut down until you get your way? Do you yell, berate, or nag him until he does what you asked? Although these techniques [...]
When parents reach the painful decision to divorce, their first concern – without fail – is how to tell the children. Deciding how to tell your children about divorce will not be easy, but with the right research, preparation, and attitude it can be done in a loving, supportive, and healthy way. To make sure [...]
When most people think of divorce, they envision an excruciating court battle with both sides flanked by teams of lawyers seeking to win everything at all costs. And while this is certainly what divorce ends up looking like for some families, it doesn’t necessarily have to be the case for yours.No matter which way you [...]
