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Parents who are raising children together after their romantic relationship ended have to find ways to communicate with each other for the sake of their children. This isn’t always an easy activity, but it’s one that can’t be avoided. One of the first things that...
In Rhode Island, custody decisions are based on the child’s best interests. But what does that look like when the parents are high-achieving professionals who work long hours or travel frequently for their jobs? It's something that can complicate co-parenting,...
Family dynamics change dramatically when parents divorce. As everyone adjusts to the new living arrangements and family schedule, conflict is all but inevitable. In some cases, children blame one parent for filing for divorce or moving out of the family home. Other...
Co-parenting often involves more than just sharing parenting time—it also typically requires sharing financial responsibilities. From school supplies to extracurriculars to unexpected medical bills, raising children is expensive. If you co-parent with your ex, trying...
You and your ex are co-parenting after a divorce. Your custody schedule is fairly simple and straightforward, so it hasn’t been a problem to exchange physical custody. Maybe your child simply lives with you for one week and then lives with your ex the following week....
Child custody orders in Rhode Island can be modified, but only under specific conditions. Understanding when and how to request a change is important for parents navigating this process. Below are some important factors to keep in mind. When the court might approve...
Many courts believe that joint custody is in the best interests of children when parents divorce. Parents who have joint custody can work together to raise their children, decide what is best for their upbringing and care for their daily needs. However, joint custody...
Child custody arrangements usually instruct parents on when to exchange the children between their homes. Each parent has a new living situation after the divorce. The children will live with one parent for a certain amount of time and then move to the other parent's...
Married couples may not need much childcare support. They may only need to have an occasional babysitter for date nights. They might call on grandparents in an emergency. If both parents work, the children might go to daycare. Otherwise, one parent or the other can...
When a parent doesn’t live close to their child, they need to find ways to continue to foster the relationship with their child. One option for doing this is to use technology to stay in touch. Virtual visits utilize options like text messages, emails and video chats...
