Divorce is always difficult, but when it is unexpected, it can be devastating. Being blindsided by your spouse asking for a divorce can cause you to fall into a deep depression where nothing makes sense. You may question your judgment and wonder why you never saw this...
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Why might divorce be more complicated for a same-sex couple?
If you are considering divorcing, you probably know that there will be several obstacles to overcome over the next few months. That is true for every couple, no matter their make-up. However, if you and your partner are of the same sex, you need to know that you might...
Pros and cons of sole and joint custody
In a divorce between two parents, child custody may be given to either one or both parents. If one parent has custody of their children, then they have sole custody. But, if both parents share the responsibility for their children, then they likely have joint...
Can you divide child custody in advance via a prenup?
There are two main areas of focus in most divorce cases. The first is figuring out child custody issues, addressing both physical and legal custody. The second is dividing marital assets, along with determining which funds or possessions may count as separate assets....
Can you retire if you’re paying spousal support?
One of the bright spots in divorce is being able to look forward to a future that doesn’t involve an unhappy marriage. Part of the future will likely involve retirement – at least from full-time work and a regular paycheck. Whether that retirement is still years away...
Making memories during virtual visits with your kids
Virtual visits are an increasingly dynamic way that many co-parents manage the challenges associated with being away from their kids when they’re residing with their other parent. If you’re a co-parent, this kind of arrangement can allow you to maintain a strong...
Divorce odds go up if you lose your job
There are many different ways to look at divorce odds and numerous factors that can impact them. For example, couples who get married young have higher divorce odds than couples who wait until around age 32. Couples who experience a lot of conflict are often more...
3 tips for communicating with your co-parent
Making the transition from being in a romantic relationship to separating and raising children together as co-parents is complicated. There are many different things that may make this more complex. One of the biggest challenges that some people face in these...
What if your spouse won’t cooperate with the divorce?
It can be frustrating if your spouse is so opposed to divorce that they are refusing to cooperate with you. You may also feel that they’re not taking the divorce seriously, even though you have expressed your concerns and your desire to end the marriage. For example,...
Tips for keeping the peace when co-parenting
Co-parenting after divorce is a challenging undertaking. Both adults will have to do what they feel is best for the children, but that means putting their own desires aside while they do this. Because it can be rather stressful to continue to deal with an ex, finding...