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7 Tips for Establishing a Parenting Plan in a Divorce
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A parenting plan is a court order that establishes how parents will share the responsibilities of caring for their children after they divorce. A parenting plan should include provisions on: Where the children primarily live and how often they stay ...
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Same-Sex Marriage & Divorce in Washington
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Legal Guide to Same-Sex Marriage, Parenting & Divorce in Washington Legally recognized or not, same-sex couples are forming (and will continue to form) loving partnerships. They will have children. Some will also break-up. The Legal Guide to Same-Sex ...
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5 Tips for Effective Co-Parenting During the Holidays
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The holidays are filled with festivities and complications for co-parents. This season can be stressful for anyone, but parents with shared child custody have additional obstacles that can turn the holidays sour. Follow these tips to maximize joy and ...
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Tips for Parenting Plans Involving Babies & Young Children
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Creating a parenting plan is never easy, especially when your children are still young. Older children are often better equipped to handle divorce and separation issues, or they are at least able to grasp what is going on. Babies and young children, ...
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How to Successfully Co-Parent After a Divorce
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The divorce process is confusing and stressful for all families, but particularly so for families with young children. It is often difficult for newly separated parents to determine what kind of long-term parenting arrangement will be best for their ...
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5 Co-Parenting Tips for When You and Your Ex Don't Get Along
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When you and your ex have a contentious relationship, it can make parenting much more difficult. Whether you were married to your ex or not, splits can be emotionally difficult and may result in feelings of anger or resentment on either side. ...
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