When a parent is considering divorce, their most common concern is how it will affect their children. The truth is divorce will affect your children, but you have some say over how. If you and your spouse consistently put your children’s needs first during and after...
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Your Kids Cope With Divorce: 10 Common Reactions and What You Can Do
The Emotional Impact of Divorce on Children Going through a divorce is difficult enough for couples, but when children are involved, it adds another layer of complexity and concern. Knowing what to expect can help you support them better during this challenging...
Help! My Spouse Asked for Divorce. What Should I Do Now? 6 Steps You Should Take
If your spouse just blindsided you by asking for a divorce, you likely feel overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. With divorce rates rising, you’re not alone. You have people who care about you and the resources to get through this. You probably feel stunned,...
What are some of the most challenging assets to divide in a divorce?
In a North Carolina divorce, you’ll have to divide your marital assets. That is to say, any money or property that belongs to both of you must be divided equitably. Most property acquired during the marriage is considered marital, rather than separate, regardless of...
Should you try to keep the house in the divorce? 4 things to consider
Deciding what to do with the family home during a divorce is an emotional and complex decision. If you own a home, you may be thinking about keeping it, if you can afford to do so. This is especially common when the house is your children’s childhood home. This is an...
5 common back-to-school issues for divorced or divorcing parents
The first day of school can be challenging for any parent, but even more so for divorced or separated parents who now have to co-parent. If this is your first time navigating the school year as co-parents, don't worry - with some planning and communication, you can...
Do I have to list my ex-spouse on my child’s school forms?
In North Carolina, as in most states, the law favors joint legal custody for divorced or separated parents. This means that generally, both parents have equal rights when it comes to making major decisions about their children's health, education, and welfare....
I’m divorced and I’m moving in with a new partner. Can my ex stop me?
One of the most challenging things that happen to co-parents after divorce is that one of them gets involved with a new partner. It brings up all sorts of thoughts and fears on both sides. Unfortunately, some divorced parents strongly disapprove of their exes’ new...
Divorcing later in life? Co-parenting in healthy ways
Divorce later in life, often referred to as "gray divorce," has become increasingly common in recent years. Experts predict that divorce after 50 will continue to grow, with numbers doubling between 1990 and 2015. While contemplating divorce after the children have...
What is a ‘sleep divorce’ and does it predict actual divorce?
A sleep divorce is when a married couple decides they must sleep in separate beds or bedrooms. It’s one solution to the many common problems couples face that keep them from sleeping well together. Is sleeping together absolutely necessary for a happy marriage? No,...
