The struggles of a child of divorce can leave parents wondering about the challenges their child may face. They worry about how the adjustment of not having both parents under the same roof will affect them, as well as how much they may have been …
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Feeling ‘Left Behind’ as a Divorced Father
Noncustodial parents are left with tough choices when it comes to balancing raising their children according to the parenting plan outlined in the divorce decree, earning a paycheck, taking care of themselves physically, mentally, emotionally and financially, and paying alimony and child support. Sometimes, one …
CONTINUE READING‘Divide and Conquer’: A Mindset of a Child of Divorce
When you are a child of divorce, you can find yourself exploring your boundaries. “If Mom does not let me watch television past 8:30 p.m., trying it at Dad’s won’t hurt. If Dad will not buy me that toy that I want, maybe I ask …
CONTINUE READINGMaking Post-Divorce Parenting Decisions
After a divorce, you probably still harbor many negative feelings toward your ex-spouse and rightfully so. There are a number of events that could have occurred to create the animosity, and they also may harbor ill will toward you, as well. However, the children in …
CONTINUE READINGTeaching Your Child About Valentine’s Day After a Divorce
When the month of February comes, many find themselves looking toward the 14th: Valentine’s Day. Those in relationships sometimes see it as a special day of love, reaffirming their union and their commitment to one another. For those who have gone through the divorce experience, …
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