After a divorce, it is common for parents to worry about how their children will grow accustomed to the custody arrangement and the concept of dividing time between two homes. There are many articles discussing this topic, including some of our own blog posts....
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Debunking 3 myths about co-parenting
It is common to see divorced celebrity couples highlighting and glorifying their co-parenting arrangements. They often only focus on the positive aspects of co-parenting in public, making it look easy. Divorced or unmarried couples in North Carolina know that...
Will COVID-19 vaccines create custody disputes?
Questions surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine have caused a wave of stress to sweep the nation. While there is considerable evidence of the effectiveness of vaccines, many people are still hesitant about getting vaccinated. Vaccine hesitancy is nothing new, but the...
What do we do when co-parenting just is not working?
In a divorce, most parents share the same goal: they want to preserve time with their kids and obtain their fair share of parenting time. That is why many parents aim for a co-parenting arrangement. They often share an equal or roughly equal amount of parenting time...
Two co-parenting rules you should follow this summer
It is that time of year again. The weather is getting warmer and school is coming to an end. And with many public places opening up again, many people are rushing to make plans for the summer. Summer break can be both a time of relaxation and hectic activity – and...
Will North Carolina make shared parenting the standard?
When parents seek a custody arrangement, many try to negotiate joint custody and shared parenting. This approach allows both parents to share roughly an equal amount of parenting responsibilities, and have equal time with their children. It is often the most equitable...
Post-divorce parenting when the kids are with the other parent
Making a realistic parenting arrangement is one of the primary concerns for divorcing parents in North Carolina. They must consider several factors, from their child’s best interests to their schedules to determine what custodial schedule will work best for their...
How can we keep children from picking a side?
When parents divorce, they often hear the same refrain over and over: it is important to keep kids out of the middle of it all. Parents typically share this hope and do everything they can to help their children through this process. Despite this effort, many families...
Should I attend co-parenting education classes?
Over the years of raising a child and watching them grow, parents can feel confident that they know their children – and know what is best for them. They take their parenting responsibilities seriously and watch out for their children no matter what. Even so,...
Co-parenting mindset
Co-parenting is often one of the greatest challenges that parents face after a divorce. Moving forward as co-parents requires careful planning and commitment. However, effective co-parenting needs more than a plan. It also requires the right attitude from both...