Child custody cases must focus on what's best for the children; however, this can be virtually impossible for you to make happen if you're walking away from a narcissist. The nature of narcissism means that the person can't think of others. Instead, everything they do...
Child Custody
Factors the court considers in child custody cases
For many parents, child custody decisions are handled through mediation or another collaborative method. This enables the two people who know the children the best to make decisions about how they will handle the various aspects of the arrangement. Unfortunately, not...
Bird’s nest parenting is a unique option for some parents
When parents are trying to make decisions for the children, they have to think about what's best for the kids. This is challenging in many cases, but it is even more complex if you're divorcing. One of the concerns that you'll have is determining what to do with the...
Understand child custody modifications
The parenting plan is the backbone of a child custody situation. While these plans work for the child when they're created, there's a chance that those needs might change. This means that the parenting plan must be modified. You'll need to work with your ex to come up...
Parenting plans for young children have special considerations
Parents have children in the hopes of raising them as a team, but things don't always happen that way. When you and your child's other parent end the relationship while the kid is young, you might be facing some unique challenges.Infants in particular can make the...
3 reasons to avoid badmouthing your ex in front of your child
If you are going through divorce, it is natural to have some negative feelings toward your soon-to-be ex-spouse. Talking about these feelings can be a healthy way to help you manage them. It may be beneficial to lean on a trusted person, such as a therapist, parent,...
Work toward a respectful co-parenting relationship
Divorcing when you have children means that you can't cut yourself off completely from your ex. Instead, you are still going to have to see them and communicate with them when you have things to discuss about the children. Going into the situation with the expectation...
Does reporting abuse hurt custody chances?
If you and/or your children experience domestic violence in New York, the most advisable course of action is to protect yourself and them by leaving the home. During the child custody hearing that will likely follow your escape, you may think that if you report...
Parallel parenting may protect kids from parental conflict
After your divorce, collaborating with your spouse may be the last thing you want to do. Unfortunately, if you and your ex have young children together, communication and collaboration may be necessary for the foreseeable future.Many parents who share custody of their...
Moving away with your kids
Life will inevitably go on following your divorce in New York. Part of that may include you needing (or wanting) to relocate. That can cause complications if you have custody of your kids. Often, the issue of relocation will be addressed in your custody agreement. Yet...