Summer is Coming! How to Prepare for a Stress-Free Season with Your Kids

Here in Ontario, summer is just around the corner. For kids, it’s the time of year for endless sunny days, carefree fun, freedom from routines, and plenty of time with friends. But if you are a parent who is separated or divorced, then the summer months can feel like a challenge. That’s because the season is full of temporary change: School routines disappear.  Schedules open up.  Vacations,...

Handling Holiday Parenting Time Disputes with Care

Ahh, the holidays. A time of joy, family traditions, and meaningful celebrations. But if you’re a separated or divorced parent, the holiday parenting can be a flashpoint.  There may be disagreements over where the children will spend Christmas morning or Hannukah.  Disputes over how the children’s time will be divided during their winter break from school.  Conflict over who will arrange and...

How Narcissistic Behaviour Affects Parenting Time and Decision-Making in Ontario

Narcissistic behaviour affects parenting decisions and learn strategies to safeguard your child’s best interests today. Co-parenting after separation is rarely easy. But if your child’s other parent consistently displays narcissistic traits, it can be exponentially worse than a typical break-up.  Of course “narcissism” is not a legal term – but it’s used to refer to one category of parent who...

Creating a Parenting Plan After Separation

If you and your partner have separated but share a child together, one of the most important things you can jointly do is to create a clear, well-though-out “parenting plan”. Understand the principles of Ontario parenting plan after separation and how to create a clear agreement that supports your child’s stability and routine. When done right, the plan: Provides structure for your children...

Co-Parenting Strategies: Spring Forward with an Effective Schedule

Spring brings fresh starts, and for co-parents, it’s a prime time to re-evaluate and refine your child custody arrangements. With warmer weather and potentially more activities on the calendar, clear communication and a well-defined schedule become even more crucial. We offer these practical strategies to help you navigate the season with a cohesive co-parenting plan, keeping in mind the...

How to Make Co-Parenting Work During the Holidays

The holiday season is meant to be a time of joy, togetherness, and making cherished memories with your loved ones. However, navigating co-parenting during the holidays can be challenging for divorced or separated parents. Balancing your children’s needs, expectations, and your own traditions can often lead to stress and conflict. But fear not; with thoughtful planning and open...

The Impact of Substance Abuse on Child Custody: A Case Study

In the realm of family law, child custody disputes often come with their fair share of complexities and challenges. One significant factor that can heavily influence custody decisions is substance abuse. In this blog post, we’ll delve into a recent case study that sheds light on the impact of substance abuse on child custody arrangements and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing the...

Tips for Co-Parenting with a Difficult Ex-Spouse

Co-parenting with a difficult ex-spouse can be one of the most challenging aspects of a divorce. Dealing with hostility, uncooperativeness, and communication barriers can create tension and negatively impact the children involved. However, it is crucial to prioritize the well-being of the children and find effective strategies for successful co-parenting despite the difficulties. In this...

Older Children & Divorce – How Can Families Work Together?

Many divorcing parents expect that their divorce will have an impact on their younger children. However, many people do not realize that there is still a chance of negative impact on the  couple’s adult children too. Read on to find ways to minimize a divorce’s negative effects on adult children. How to help older children when parents are going through a divorce? Many couples are told...

5 Tips for Co-Parenting with Your Ex

  One of the most complex parts of going through a divorce is trying to co-parent positively with your ex-spouse. Divorces and separations are emotionally draining, so knowing that you need to make decisions with a person whom you’ve broken up and with whom you may find difficult to be around can be challenging. Here are a few tips for co-parenting to make it a little easier for you and...