People who have children and are going through a divorce must ensure that they’re ready to communicate with each other about the kids. It’s not always easy to do this because of the tensions that occur during the end of the relationship. There are several things that...
Child Custody
Is birdnesting a good idea?
There is little doubt that traditional shared custody arrangements can sometimes disrupt a child’s life. Splitting their time between two households can become chaotic, and it’s not uncommon for children to forget something they need at the other parent’s house. That...
3 things to think about in a divorce with a special needs child
Divorcing with a special needs child is incredibly challenging and requires careful planning and consideration to ensure the well-being of your child. While each situation is unique, the potential considerations below can offer some clarity about what to prioritize if...
Virtual visitation can help to calm kids’ stress post-divorce
When a child’s parents divorce, the situation can quickly become overwhelming in ways that they may not be able to articulate or manage successfully. A transition from living in a unified household to splitting time between two homes often inspires anxiety, confusion...
Is it time to alter your child custody schedule? 4 reasons
A child custody schedule determines how you and your co-parent are responsible for caring for your child. You may need to have a clear reason to change your current child custody schedule. Here are a few examples: 1. Your work or school schedule has changed Work and...
How a child’s schooling can lead to co-parenting conflicts
It takes a lot of effort to co-parent a child successfully. Co-parenting is the standard in New Jersey when parents separate or divorce. The family courts want to see the parents acting in the best interest of the children. They often instruct parents to share...
How do you know if you’re “parentifying” your child?
Divorce is an experience that can upend every part of a person’s life. It can make them question their identity and self-worth. In a more practical sense, they have to learn to manage their home and family alone. For parents, that can be overwhelming. That’s why some...
2 factors to consider when co-parenting infants
Raising an infant takes a lot of work from the parents, but it’s a labor of love. When the parents of an infant aren’t together any longer, raising their baby requires some extra thought because both parents will want to spend time with the baby. Creating a...
Don’t let social media derail your child custody case
It’s not uncommon to see a news story reporting that an old Facebook picture or a comment on X has ended the career of a politician or celebrity. Cheerleaders have been kicked off squads, and athletes have seen college scholarships disappear because somebody tagged...
Can one parent’s adultery affect custody in New Jersey?
Marriages can fall apart in an instant when one spouse discovers that the other is unfaithful. Adultery is a betrayal of the entire family. Someone who cheats puts the health of their spouse at risk and puts their children at risk of the negative impact of divorce...