When parents divorce and one parent has primary custody of the children, the court typically orders visitation for the other parent. Family court judges in Texas believe children do better when maintaining relationships with both parents. But what happens when the...
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Child Custody
What if a teen doesn’t follow a custody schedule?
Most teenagers are at the point where they want to assert some of their own independence and personality. For Texas parents, this isn’t always an easy road, especially when there are child custody orders in place and the teen chooses to ignore them. Since many teens...
Visitation with infants may be arduous
It’s typically vital that both parents are involved in a child’s life after they have divorced. Once parents in Texas have agreed on child custody issues, a visitation schedule needs to be established, but if the child is an infant and has precise needs, this can be...
3 tips for co-parenting after a divorce
Children generally benefit from having a relationship with both parents. Therefore, after a separation or divorce, many work to continue parenting as a team. However, doing so sometimes comes with difficulties. Using these tips may help separated or divorced parents...
How does Texas handle child custody during divorce?
Few things raise the stakes of divorce quite like child custody. For most couples, divvying up the care of children may lead to stress and strife. Texas law gives options for child custody and timesharing. Before letting things get too heated, it may help to look at...
What happens when a custodial parent passes away?
The death of a parent can change a young child’s life in untold ways. Minor children in Texas can be affected in many ways, especially when it comes to child custody. One of the most looming questions is, who will become the main guardian of the children after...
Child custody mediation and you
During a divorce you want things to go smoothly, especially for your children. It is a rocky time of tense communication and big changes for them. According to the United States Census Bureau, approximately 16.6 million children live with a mother or father only. This...
Looking at data on custodial parents in the U.S.
Whether you have plans to file for a divorce as a parent or you are a custodial parent who ended your marriage years ago, it is helpful to review data on child custody. Parents often face a number of challenges involving their children during and after their divorce....
Agreeing to certain child custody rules can mean less stress
Sadly, it is often children who face the challenges of divorce the most. So, when Texas parents make the decision to divorce, agreeing to certain child custody rules may make this huge life transition much easier on everyone. Making decisions regarding the most...
How can you co-parent with a narcissist?
Struggling to stay calm during discussions and trying to avoid getting into arguments with your ex-spouse can leave you exhausted. Learning how to effectively co-parent with a narcissist can not only help you avoid stress but can also allow you to be a better parent...