The Parenting Consultant Nightmare Giveaway

June 7, 2013 By Leave a Comment
The Parenting Consultant Nightmare

Giveaway Author, mediator and parenting consultant Susan Carpenter discovered her talent for helping high-conflict families through her own eight-year court battle. The family court experience can be emotional and stressful, but it should not take over your life. Susan is passionate about helping families avoid an ongoing and expensive court battle by helping couples learn new ways to … [Continue reading...]

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Is A Parenting Consultant The Answer?

June 6, 2013 By Leave a Comment
A Parenting Consultant is appointed by the court to resolve parenting disputes

by Susan Carpenter The Family Courts often use an Alternative Dispute Resolution process to help people resolve their own disagreements outside of court. The State Supreme Courts keep rosters of neutrals that are trained as mediators, arbitrators and other neutral positions. When it comes to disputes between divorced parents, the battles can become quite nasty and the children get caught in … [Continue reading...]

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Why You Need Life Insurance After Divorce

June 4, 2013 By 2 Comments
A financial advisor will help you find the life insurance you need after divorce

As a divorced parent you may be questioning whether or not life insurance makes sense.  Do you know how much insurance you may need? Or how much can you afford?  Do you qualify for a policy?  There are different types of insurance as well as different products.  Let’s discuss life insurance and how it can be used to help protect your beneficiaries. Many view life insurance as a necessity, … [Continue reading...]

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6 Ways To Avoid Trouble Completing a Divorce Financial Affidavit

June 3, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Take completing your financial affidavit seriously.

The complete exposure of the private details of your married life to lawyers and judges who have considerable power over your future can be one of the most traumatic aspects of going through a divorce. It can make you feel vulnerable, anxious, resentful -- even furious! However, where your finances are concerned, it is essential that you provide accurate, detailed information. The Courts will … [Continue reading...]

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Wisdom From Divorce: Connected To Your Ex For Life

June 2, 2013 By Leave a Comment

Divorce may mean the end of your marriage but it's not the end of your relationship with your spouse: Staying connected with your ex doesn't mean a cozy relationship and it doesn't mean a daily relationship. It just means a recognition that once you have kids together, however you look at it, you're connected for life through the children. Judy Osborne is an author, and marriage and family … [Continue reading...]

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Teach Your Children Well

June 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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What Does “In a Child’s Best Interest” Really Mean?

May 31, 2013 By 1 Comment
Acting in your child's interests means setting aside your own needs.

The foundation of co-parenting rests on a bit of legalese: “In a child’s best interest.” Generally speaking, the family court system puts forth that when parents are no longer together, their decisions and actions as parents should promote, and not hinder, their children’s physical, emotional, and educational well-being. This premise seems simple enough. What parent wouldn’t want to … [Continue reading...]

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Co-Parenting 101: Helping Your Kids Thrive in Two Households

May 31, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Giveaway Author, blogger and radio show host Deesha Philyaw knows first-hand the challenges of co-parenting but firmly believes a successful co-parenting relationship with your ex is just as vital to your child's well-being and health as nutritious food and proper exercise. Psychological studies and plain common sense both point to the fact that children are happier, healthier, and better … [Continue reading...]

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Living Your Potential

May 30, 2013 By Leave a Comment
For many people, divorce means reinventing yourself.

Reinventing yourself after divorce is not unusual. Many people achieve things they never thought possible or imagined. That's why I like to ask my interviewees to share what they consider to be their most significant accomplishment. Here's how my guest, Sandy responded: I would say my biggest accomplishment since my divorce is coming into my own. Sort of this phoenix rising. I feel like there … [Continue reading...]

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When Do Red Flags Become Dealbreakers?

May 29, 2013 By
Differences in values are relationship dealbreakers

Not all differences between you and your partner are red flags for the sustainability of your relationships. Differences can add to the richness of your relationship and to your enjoyment of life. So how do you distinguish between a simple difference, a red flag and a dealbreaker? My current guest, Sandy Weiner is now a dating coach and her coaching training covered how to identify … [Continue reading...]

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