Your first Christmas or holiday after your divorce is going to be different. I still remember my first Christmas. I struggled to keep my routines as close to “normal” as possible, especially for my then-toddler. It’s a special circle ...

Your first set of holidays after your divorce will be weird, scary, and painful - but they’ll also be happy, joyful, and unexpectedly fun if you let them. The key, I think, is to feel your feelings. It’s okay if you’re having a day th...

Telling parents about divorce can be hard enough. I have seen the tension in a divorce increase too many times as a result of meddling family members or friends. During the holidays, we tend to interact with family members and friends more than we do a...

If it's your first Christmas after your divorce and you are feeling sad or lonely or even angry, that's completely normal. Feelings often intensify around the holidays. I remember my first Christmas after my divorce well. My ex and I didn't have a lot...

A letter of gratitude to my Ex in honor of this month of Thanksgiving... To the Father of My Children, My Partner in Parenting: I know that I haven't always been grateful. And I know that there was a time in our lives when I could not think of a nice...

Going through a divorce is hard but the transition doesn't end when the divorce is settled and the papers are signed. The negotiations are over but there are still many changes to face. I don't know about you but it took me years to process this major ...

It is my absolute pleasure to welcome guest blogger, Melissa Davis. Melissa’s story is so inspiring for anyone who is working to heal after an affair. Related post: Healing from Infidelity I thought we had a good life I was in my close...

Dealing with a divorce is difficult no matter the time of year but dealing with divorce over the holidays compounds the stress. It means more time with family who may or may not be on board with this significant change in your life. It means hearing ...

I often find myself sitting in mediation with couples who are looking for guidance when it comes to creating a parenting plan. The beauty of mediation is that you can create a parenting plan that is going to work best for your children and your family....

by Guest Blogger, Denise French, CRPC, CDFA February is known as “Divorce Month” and kicks off what is known as “Divorce Season.” Do you know your divorce options? The holidays are over; the decorations are down, and now it&rs...