How to Tell Your Children About the Divorce

Parents and children sitting on the couch talking.

Telling your kids about divorce feels overwhelming, but with the right approach, you can help them through this difficult transition. Your children need honesty, reassurance, and most importantly, they need to know this major life change isn’t their fault. Unlike traditional court battles, which often create adversarial situations, collaborative divorce maintains a peaceful and respectful…

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Co-Parenting After Divorce: Tips for Effective Communication

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When you and your spouse opt to divorce outside of court through a collaborative process, you can preserve your family unit. The process is amicable, for both of you – not win/lose like in a litigated divorce. Not only that, but your family is supported by a team of divorce experts who value amicable resolutions…

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How to Help Your Kids Through Your Divorce During the Holidays

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Divorce can be especially challenging for kids during the holidays. As you navigate this difficult time, it is important to prioritize your kid’s emotional well-being during and after the holidays. Here are some suggestions our clients have found helpful during the holiday season. When you can listen to your kids without judgment and allow them…

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Tips for Divorcing with Children

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Divorcing with children is always challenging, regardless of their age. However, there are ways to make the process easier for everyone involved. As collaborative divorce professionals, we’ve seen how a cooperative approach can significantly improve family outcomes in the long term. The key is keeping your children’s well-being at the center of every decision and…

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Who Will Your Kids Spend Their Summer Vacation with After Divorce?

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That is a very good question to ask and plan for when you are in the throes of divorce. When you and your spouse are divorcing, the emotional stakes are high, and when you have children, those stakes are even higher. One of the most important considerations in crafting your child custody agreement is prioritizing…

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