Co-Parenting

Recent Posts in the Co-Parenting Category

  • Why You Need a Parenting Plan and How to Do It Right

    Why You Need a Parenting Plan and How to Do It Right Being a parent is no easy task, especially when you’re going through a separation or divorce. Thankfully, there are several things you can do to make the transition easier on yourself and your children. The most beneficial thing you can do is craft a parenting plan that establishes a clear, fair schedule for both parents and, most importantly, the children. If you are going through a divorce or separation and you require the use of a parenting plan, make sure you know how these documents work and find out what you can do to ...
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  • What to Expect During a Supervised Custody Exchange

    What to Expect During a Supervised Custody Exchange In Washington, a supervised custody exchange or monitored exchange permits divorced or separated parents to transfer custody of their child without coming into contact with each another, allowing families to keep conflict to a minimum while prioritizing their child’s safety and comfort. As one can imagine, supervised exchanges are especially appealing for co-parents who struggle to communicate or be in each other’s presence due to conflict or safety concerns. In these circumstances, a supervised custody exchange can provide ...
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  • What to Do if a Child Refuses Visitation Time with a Co-Parent

    What to Do if a Child Refuses Visitation Time with a Co-Parent Co-parenting can come with many unique challenges, especially following a recent divorce or legal separation. From fighting for custodial rights to requesting modifications to filing for relocation , couples and families can face various obstacles while navigating child custody in Washington State. One common issue that parents can encounter is the child’s refusal of visitation with the other parent or guardian. There are countless reasons a child might be refusing visitation, making it all the more important for parents and ...
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  • How to Limit Contact with a Co-Parent After a Divorce

    How to Limit Contact with a Co-Parent After a Divorce Divorce can be hard enough to survive on its own without considering the emotional and financial fallout. While some people never have to see their ex again after divorce, other divorcees don’t have that option. This is especially true for divorcing co-parents, as court-ordered child custody arrangements, visitation schedules, and parenting plans often make it impossible to avoid ex-spouses altogether. More often than not, ex-spouses with kids can expect to interact with the other co-parent on a semi-permanent basis. Even ...
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  • How Child Support Is Determined When a Parent Has No Income

    How Child Support Is Determined When a Parent Has No Income If you don't have a source of income and cannot afford child support, you will still be required to make a monthly child support payment. If a parent does not have a source of income, the court may calculate income based on prior work history and/or the parent’s potential earning capacity. For example, if a parent is unemployed or underemployed, the court may look at the parent’s previous employment history to determine how much they are capable of earning again in the future. Essentially, your child support obligation will ...
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  • Co-Parenting During Spring Break

    Co-Parenting During Spring Break Determining how co-parents will allocate the time they get to spend with their children during spring break can sometimes be challenging. When co-parents fail to discuss and coordinate their plans, it can create serious disputes that might need to be resolved in court. If you want to enjoy spring break with your kids and avoid arguing with your co-parent, then consider the following tips. Determine a Long-Term Custody Schedule Although it’s normal for both parents to get excited about making fun plans with the children for ...
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  • How to Prove a Coparent Is Emotionally Abusing a Child

    How to Prove a Coparent Is Emotionally Abusing a Child It’s normal for parents to feel anxious about an upcoming divorce or child custody case in Washington. After all, the vast majority of caregivers want what's best for their children and will stop at nothing to protect their children from harm—including harm that is perpetrated by a fellow family member. Because the Washington courts will always prioritize the best interest of the child in a child custody case, rest assured that the judge won’t hesitate to remove the child from an abusive environment. Unfortunately, some ...
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  • 6 Ways to Be a Better Parent After Your Divorce

    6 Ways to Be a Better Parent After Your Divorce Between court dates and discussions of property division and child custody, the divorce process can be stressful, time-consuming, and expensive. As difficult as these aspects of divorce may be, if you have children, you are probably more worried about how they’re coping. All children react to divorce differently. Some kids feel angry with their parents, or sad, or even relieved. They might let their frustrations out by misbehaving at home and in school or they might withdraw into themselves, becoming quiet and closed off. ...
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