Virtual visitation is a tactic by which parents communicate with their kids digitally. Instead of stopping by the house for an evening, for instance, they may just spend an hour talking on Skype or FaceTime. This can also include things like instant messaging, emails,...
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2 things your child should know if you are getting a divorce or separation
It is your duty as a parent to protect your child. You may think your child could be hurt by knowing their parents are no longer together. Instead, your child may be hurt more by not knowing. Sudden shifts in their lives can stunt their emotional growth. Here is what...
Can children still thrive after divorce?
During both marriage and divorce, parents will have the best interests of their child at the top of their priority list. In practical terms though, it is not always easy to implement measures that are actually in the best interests of the child. Sometimes, couples opt...
3 important issues to address in your parenting plan
Sharing parental responsibilities after a divorce or the end of a romantic relationship is difficult. Time-sharing arrangements mean that parents will frequently see one another to exchange custody. They will often need to communicate to make decisions about issues...
Who gets to plan your child’s birthday party after a divorce?
When you and your spouse split up custody of your child in the divorce, you want to think about how big events need to be handled. There are things that happen just once a year, and you’ll both likely want to be involved. Your child's birthday party is just one...
Keeping the kids in the family home can make divorce easier
It is well-known that children struggle emotionally when their parents divorce. The entire process is very difficult on children, especially because they lose their sense of stability and home. Trying to keep life as predictable and routine as possible can help make...
5 tips to make co-parenting easier
As divorcing parents, you will never be entirely free of each other. You still need to work together to raise your children. Co-parenting after divorce may seem a daunting prospect, especially if your divorce is conflictive. Yet, there are ways to make it easier....
Common joint custody schedules you may want to try
When Florida couples are awarded joint custody of their children, it can be a big sigh of relief for both parents. However, when it comes to working out the logistics of the joint custody agreement, it's going to take some work. While each family and their...
Why is it so important to create a detailed parenting plan?
Most divorced parents in Florida feel a great deal of concern over the well-being of their kids. Whether you're creating a parenting plan for the first time or modifying an existing one, a detailed plan can make a tremendous difference in how well your kids adapt....
Why a parenting plan is important
If you are a parent in Florida who is getting a divorce, you will probably need to agree on a plan for custody and visitation. However, co-parenting is about much more than following a schedule. You might want to consider creating a comprehensive parenting plan that...