Co-parenting after a divorce can be a delicate equation to solve, especially when there are ongoing conflicts or communication issues between the parents. Parallel parenting is a strategy that Arizona estranged couples can use in these situations to minimize contact...
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How to co-parent in Arizona with a parent who plays favorites
Parental favoritism can have a variety of severe short- and long-term effects, like depression, poor performance, anxiety, instability and traumatic reactions in personal relationships for both the valued and devalued child. If you're in a situation where you have to...
How the developmental stage plays into co-parenting
Unless there are legitimate safety concerns, it is typically in your children's interests to maintain a relationship with both parents. Shared custody is an effective way of maintaining this relationship. According to the Mayo Clinic, the developmental stage that your...
What merits a dependency petition from DCS?
When a family home becomes unsafe, ideally the parents have the insight to recognize and fix the situation. In the case of the parents causing the unsafe environment, other powers must step in. The Department of Child Safety investigates claims and may appeal to the...
How can parental alienation harm you?
Noticing that your children are shying away from talking with you due to your ex-spouse's interference can lead to stress and worry. This form of manipulation, known as parental alienation, harms you in both emotional and practical ways. Less time together According...
Will nesting work for you?
As a parent, you always want what is best for your child. Unfortunately, divorce will not do them many favors. Of course, it is important to do what is best for you as well, and staying in an unhappy or unsafe marriage will often do more harm than good for your child...
Child Custody Questions: Who Gets to Enroll the Kids in School?
Child Custody and School Enrollment We know it may seem early for such a question, but with notices already going out to prepare for school enrollment for next year, we felt this is a very important question to get on early. We hear comments like: “She moved to...
Sole Versus Joint? What Does Decision-Making Mean?
Custody Laws in Arizona I wrote an article a few months back about the changes to Arizona Custody Laws. In summary, in family law cases “custody,” as it was formerly known, no longer exists. Now, divorced or non-married parents have either joint or sole...
Happy Holidays. Think Child Support and Taxes
Current Year’s Child Support Must be Paid in Full by December, 31st Happy Holidays! This is an exciting time of year with many holidays, celebrations, and tidings of joy and goodwill. And if child support obligations are not paid in full by December 31, then a...