The importance of self-care during a divorce
When you’re going through a separation or divorce, it can be extremely emotional and stressful: there may be lots of fighting and turmoil between you and your partner – and even if the break up is amicable, it is going to be a time of uncertainty. Coming to terms with the end of a serious relationship is hard, and taking care of yourself during this time will be paramount to getting through...
Navigating Child Access during COVID-19
Regardless of the custody agreement you had before COVID-19 hit, this new reality everyone is facing can make the schedule to see your children difficult. Divorced parents face unique challenges that almost no one has seen before, so many are learning as they go and trying to make the best of the situation. If you’re dealing with the complexities this new year has brought surrounding your...
School Planning Tips for Co-Parents
Co-parenting can be difficult during the summertime when there isn’t a lot of routine or structure. But when it comes to going back to school and establishing routines and new schedules, those who co-parent may find they are facing a whole different set of challenges. For children, going back to school means seeing their friends and finding out who their teacher is. However, if they live...
Separating During COVID-19: 5 Things to Consider
The added stress and anxiety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll on many Canadian marriages, and we have certainly seen an increase in the number of separations and divorces. But separating during a pandemic brings its own challenges. The following are a few things that you should consider if you are going through a separation during COVID: 1. Consider your divorce options Most...
Are Prenups Only for the Wealthy?
Prenuptial agreements or marriage contracts are something that most Canadians are only familiar with because they have seen them used as part of a plot on a television show or movie. And it is no surprise. According to a 2017 Ipsos survey, only about 8% of Canadians have one. In the US, the number is higher but it’s still not huge – only about 14% of Americans have a prenup. Prenups have the...
Who Gets the Family Pet After Divorce?
Going through a divorce or separation is really difficult for everyone involved. Sometimes the hardest part is splitting up the assets accumulated during the relationship, but there are some things you can’t split evenly. That situation often occurs when a family has a pet, and both sides are attached to the pet, so they want to bring the pet to their new home. Who wants the pet? Chances are,...
Navigating Co-Parenting and Vaccinations
While the COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for children over the age of 12, it is still the individual choice of families as to whether or not to have their kids vaccinated. But what happens when divorced or separated parents have different views on the matter? Many co-parenting decisions are made through compromise, but this is one area where compromise is not always possible. And unless...
Managing Your Child’s Expectations While Separated During COVID
The COVID-19 has put stress on all parents in ways that many could not expect. For parents already dealing with the stress associated with being separated and having to come to agreements with their ex over co-parenting issues, there are some unique challenges. Children may find that their routine is disrupted, and expectations may have to be managed. The following are a few tips to help your...
Divorce and COVID-19: Should You Wait?
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken its toll not only on people’s health and businesses, but in many cases, also on their marriages. Over the past year, we have seen a surge in divorce filings. The challenge however is that during the pandemic, the courts have been largely closed other than for emergency hearings. This has left some people wondering whether they should wait until things open up a...