Co-Parenting can be challenging and scary, but with dedication, patience, and effective communication, it is possible to create a positive and nurturing environment for your children. As a Family Mediator with years of experience supporting families through their journey, I’ve compiled some important tips to help you and your co-parent
Separation and divorce could be the highest or second highest expense paid in your lifetime. Forty to fifty percent of marriages (legal and common-law) end in divorce. It’s a common problem that affects North American families. There are more than 800,000 divorces plus hundreds of thousands of common-law separations
When couples separate with children, usually one party makes support payments. Support payments for Child Support, Children’s Special Expenses, Children’s Future Special Expenses (University, College or Health Issues), Spousal Support / Alimony, and other expenses or debt repayments, are paid by one party to the other party. Sometimes as children
Co-Parenting can be challenging especially for separated or divorced parents. Co-Parenting Apps offer a range of tools and features to help facilitate communication, organization and coordination between parents, ultimately benefiting the well-being of their children. One key feature of Co-Parenting Apps are shared Calendars. These Calendars allow parents to coordinate
Expected: Legal fees and support payments – Life After Divorce Not expected: Duplicate items for kids in two homes (computers, clothing, etc.). Loss of discounts for shared expenses such as car insurance, cell phones, etc. Two household insurance policies, two cable, water, electrical and gas bills, etc. There may also be
When co-parenting, effective communication extends beyond discussions between ex-spouses. Engaging with your children’s teachers cooperatively can significantly contribute to their academic success and overall well-being. As a Family Mediator experienced in navigating the complexities of co-parenting dynamics, I understand the importance of fostering positive communication channels between co-parents and educators.
