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If you thought dating was difficult enough the first time around, after divorce it can seem like a whole new ballgame. You may be asking yourself what the dating dos

It’s the start of a new year and if for you, that means starting the process of divorce, you may wonder what you need to do first. Do you talk

Let’s be real, in most cases communication of any kind can be strained for divorced couples. But when you add in the level of regular back and forth needed to

Despite what “The Brady Bunch” may have portrayed, most step-parents go into the role knowing they have their work cut out for them. Love and trust are earned, right? While

If you thought divorcing your narcissist ex was hard, the grim reality of co-parenting with them may be hitting you even harder. From the lies to the manipulation to the

Of all the first holidays after a divorce, Valentine’s Day is arguably the most difficult. No doubt all the advertising and social media with lovey-dovey couples are painful to see.

According to the Pew Research Center, the divorce rate among U.S. adults ages 50 and older has roughly doubled since the 1990s. This coincides with a time in life, usually between

In honor of International Women’s Day this month, we want to do our part to empower you, your friends, your sisters, your mothers, your daughters, and all the females everywhere

National Proposal Day takes place on March 20 every year which also coincides with the first day of spring – the perfect time for new beginnings! Whether you’re planning an

It’s the time of year when we start our spring cleaning, but there’s no reason it should just be limited to the stuff in our closets and garage, especially if

Earth Day is about raising awareness of the need to protect our planet’s natural resources and learning how you can do your part for the environment. You’ll hear about planting

If you were ranking the most stressful life events a person could experience, divorce would likely be near the top. We’d argue that dating after said divorce is right up

Divorce is difficult enough without have to endure a long, drawn out and public court battle. It often ends up more hurtful to families than helpful, not only by further

You always hear how hard those first holidays are after your divorce. And yes, they can be, but what’s often overlooked is the difficulty of navigating holidays that occur as

If you’re raising a child without their father, you’re not alone. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 18.4 million children, 1 in 4, live without a biological, step, or adoptive

Childhood is the time in life that sets the stage for our social and emotional health as an adult. And June celebrates Children’s Awareness Month which prioritizes their health and

Breaking up is hard to do, but when you have the support of mediation professionals, it makes the process better for everyone involved.  While there are some cases in which

There was a time when the stereotypical family consisted of a mom, a dad, and 2.5 kids. Today, families come in all different shapes, sizes, colors, and structures, and it’s

Summer is in full swing and, in many ways, co-parenting is even more challenging. Away from the indisputable school schedule and all that goes with it, you’re left with more

Considering the fact that divorce stems from unhappiness in a marriage, having a happy one seems like an oxymoron. Granted, no one goes into a marriage looking forward to its

In a divorce, children are just as, if not more so, affected than adults. Not that it isn’t hard for everyone, but the children are left dealing with changes they

Family Fun Month is celebrated every August and the goal is much like it sounds; to encourage families to make time for each other and do things you can all

No divorce is easy, but some, admittedly, are much harder than others and often the reason is that one soon-to-be-ex-spouse is punishing the other. Maybe they don’t want the divorce,

Grandparent’s Day, the first Sunday of September following Labor Day, honors the vital role these men and women play in the lives of our children. Research has shown that closeness between grandparents

Divorce is certainly one of the hardest things a family can endure but while it may break up the home it doesn’t have to break the relationship between you and

If you are divorcing and/or co-parenting with a high-conflict personality, you know how impossible they can make an already difficult process. But there are ways to deal with their behavior

Halloween is coming soon, and while the kids are looking forward to all those treats; if you’re looking for tricks to help you prevent a co-parenting nightmare you’ve come to