Will Giving Your Spouse a 30-Second Hug Save Your Marriage?
Maintaining an excellent marriage requires a lot of time and effort in order to make sure that both parties are happy and fulfilled with their nuptial life. When issues rear their head during a marriage, both parties must commit to a lot of work in order to heal the rift created by the problem. The happiest marriages are often the ones where both partners are fully invested in making...
Is Your Fear of Being Alone Keeping You From Filing A Divorce?
No matter what the situation in your marriage is, divorce is always a scary word. Countless relationships outlast their expiration date due to fear – fear of being alone, fear of disappointing you family, fear of hurting your children. Fear should never be a reason to stay in a relationship that is no longer serving you and your partner. Here are a few ways to recognize if you are staying in...
What Your Kids Really Think About Divorce
Kids and divorce rarely make up a pleasant combination. As you might guess, everyone reacts to the situation differently. What these children think, at the time of the divorce, typically helps to shape them into the adults they eventually become. Read further to learn more about some of the things that kids REALLY think about their parents splitting up. The information might surprise you! The...
Divorced and Need to Travel with Your Child Outside the Country? Here’s What You Need to Know!
When you’re a divorced parent with a child, it seems as though everything becomes more complicated. Weekend plans are no longer simple and straightforward – you need to coordinate with your ex. Things can become even more problematic if you suddenly need to travel outside of Canada, and you need to take your kids with you. You might be very stressed out and not aware of the legal...Avoiding Hostility from Your Children During Divorce
Divorce represents the dissolution of a marriage. For children, especially if they are young, it can seem as though their world is ending. Children do understand that when their parents fight, they’re unhappy. They might not understand the deeper issues at play, and the announcement of divorce can still come as a shock. Children can respond with hostility. Read on to learn how you can...The Canadian Paediatric Society Offers Some Hints to Help Children through Divorce
Going through a divorce is an emotionally painful and stressful time. It can be even worse if there are children involved. The Canadian Paediatric Society has come up with some tips to help children whose parents are going through a separation or a divorce. Read on to learn the best steps to take for your child right now. What to Do During a Separation Many couples separate before going...Why Your Child’s Adjustment to Separation and Divorce Depends on YOUR Adjustment
When a marriage ends, it’s hard on both the partners. Your dreams of spending the rest of your lives together have disappeared. Divorce can be especially difficult for children. Younger children and teens might not understand what’s happening. Their world has changed drastically, and they’re not sure how to proceed. Your children will be taking their cues from you, so your...Why This NY Woman Filed Her Divorce Papers on Facebook
Social media has changed every aspect of our lives. We can connect with old friends and distant relatives. Thanks to the recent ruling of a Manhattan Supreme Court judge, social media can now be a way to serve legal documents. His ruling may usher in a new era in family law. The Background In 2009, Brooklyn nurse Ellanora Baidoo married Victor Sena Blood-Dzraku. The couple wed in a civil...
Survey Says Divorce Has More Impact on Children of High-Income Families
Divorce makes children face the fearful prospect that their mom and dad aren’t happy anymore. Even when love is lavished on the children, they feel anxiety around the breakup and resulting changes. Older kids bear the burden of increased understanding, while remaining helpless to change the situation. What research has shown is that the effects of all this upheaval tend to be temporary....