Back-to-school is the perfect time to review parenting plans

Back-to-school is the perfect time to review parenting plans

A new school year can be exciting for kids in Colorado as they buy new supplies, plan to reunite with friends and sign up for new activities. This is also a good time for divorced parents to review their parenting plan and make changes according to everyone’s new schedules. FindLaw discusses three main rules that parents should follow in order for things to go smoothly. One is flexibility. Kids may have different activities than the previous year, and this can affect…

Tips for divorce mediation

Couples who are going through a divorce in Colorado and want the process to go as smoothly as possible may want to consider mediation. This has a lot of advantages and is usually much less expensive than going through the litigation process. For mediation to work well, it is best to follow certain tips and advice from experts. The first thing to do is decide if mediation is the right way to go. Family Education outlines some situations in which…

Use a parenting agreement to avoid post-divorce conflict

Once your divorce is in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to turn your full attention to the future. If you share children with your ex-spouse, co-parenting will become a big part of your life. It’s not always easy to get on the same page as your ex, but a parenting plan can go a long way in easing your mind and providing guidance. A parenting agreement arises from negotiations between you and your ex. Once your decisions are finalized and…

5 tips for successful co-parenting after divorce

Successful co-parenting after divorce is easier said than done. Even though you have the best intentions, your ex-spouse may make it difficult to stay the course. Since you want what’s best for your children, it’s critical to devote the necessary time and energy to making the most of the co-parenting experience. Here are five tips you can follow: Don’t make everything about you: The well-being of your children should come first, but also consider the things you can do to…

Divorce: Factors both inside and outside of the marriage

Divorce happens for a multitude of reasons. Cases are unique and complex. Couples split up in different manners, with a spectrum of attitudes and due to a range of causes. It’s important to understand that no two cases are the same. At the same time, though, it can be helpful to look at some of the factors that contribute to divorce in one fashion or another. They can shed light on how divorce happens, why it happens and what steps…