Parents often take for granted that they have a say in what happens with their children. They typically assume that they can work through things with their spouse if there is a disagreement about what kind of medical treatment the children should receive or what...
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Could virtual visitation benefit your child?
Over the past two decades, virtual visitation has emerged as an alternative form of communication and interaction between parents and their children, particularly in situations where physical visitation may be challenging or restricted. With that said, even...
Is birdnesting a viable custody plan for your family?
Planning for child custody can be difficult. Many parents struggle to sort out a plan that’s going to work for their family. They may disagree about who should have custody or how it should be split up. This situation can also be hard for children. Even if their...
2 ways that mobile phones can lead to co-parenting disputes
Sharing parental responsibilities and time with children is a challenge for all parents after a divorce or separation. People tend to be very emotional about the end of a romantic relationship and also about the reduction of their access to their shared children. Yet,...
Creating an effective co-parenting plan
Co-parenting can be a challenging experience, especially if you and your ex-spouse don't always agree on what’s best for your children. Creating an effective co-parenting plan can help reduce stress for everyone involved. Here are some tips for creating a plan that...
What does having supervised visitation mean?
Supervised visitation of children isn’t as uncommon as you might think. Courts can mandate that a parent’s “possession and access” to their child be supervised for a number of reasons. Generally, it is because there is a history of neglect, substance abuse, violence...
2 mistakes you should avoid when mediating your divorce
Divorce is not always a walk in the park. Emotions can get out of control, circumstances may be difficult and agreeing on crucial issues can feel impossible. Basically, every decision you make during the divorce mediation process can have a lasting impact on everyone...
My ex is withholding visitation. What can I do?
Every child deserves the care, love and protection of both parents regardless of the nature of the relationship. The romance might be out of the way, but you still have a moral and legal duty to care and provide for your child until they are able to be on their own. ...
Can you leave Texas with the kids after your divorce?
Divorcing when you have children will mean accepting certain limitations on your future. Unless there are serious issues in your family, like a history of domestic violence or severe substance abuse, you and your ex will typically share custody of your children...
What do Texas laws say about relocation with the children?
If you want to move with the children but share custody with your co-parent, you must follow the proper channels. Otherwise, you may face various legal issues, such as being held in contempt of court or parental kidnapping accusations. In Texas, you can agree with...