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4 Ways You Can Be The Parent Your Kids Need Post-Divorce
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC Divorce can be devastating when you’re a parent. You can’t just crawl into a hole and grieve, rant or rage. You must still care for the well-being of your children. And sometimes this is a challenge that overwhelms, resulting in parents who...
Do You Admire Your Partner?
What does it take to make a relationship last? Love? Respect? Passion? An ability to forgive? Kindness? Certainly these are key ingredients for a healthy relationship. But even when these qualities are present, some relationships still end. When I talk to women who...
Divorced Parents: Support Your Children With Love During The Holidays
By Rosalind Sedacca, CDC The holiday season can be especially difficult for children of divorce – especially during the first few years. Parents need to be diligent in creating new family traditions and activities designed to replace the memories of holidays past....
Choosing the Right Divorce Lawyer For Your Situation
Besides fighting a traffic ticket, divorce gives most people their first and perhaps only exposure to their state’s legal system and the need to hire an attorney. This article explains how best to approach the selection process given your particular situation, needs,...
5 Reasons Why It’s Not a Good Idea to Keep Secrets
By Terry Gaspard, LICSW When people keep secrets from their partner they often rationalize their behavior to themselves and others. Usually, they lack confidence in their ability to confront unpleasant topics – such as money troubles, or issues related to past or...
3 Signs You’re Ready For A Divorce – Especially If You’re A Parent!
Divorce is usually riddled in drama. It’s not an easy decision to make, and it comes with a multitude of challenges. This is especially so if you’re a parent. We can all agree that divorce should be avoided whenever possible. It’s not a solution to marital problems....
COVID-19 & Back-To-School Season: What Happens When Parents Don’t Agree?
Top Chicago Family Attorney Says A Contingency Plan Is A Must For Co-Parents The stress and constantly changing information surrounding COVID-19 and back to school is enough to drive any parent crazy. But what happens if the parents are separated or divorced and...
Why are Apologies Important in a Marriage?
Apologies are a key ingredient to a healthy, long-term marriage. They allow us to accept that no one is without flaws and to repair from regrettable comments and actions which are often displayed in the heat of an argument. In my marriage counseling sessions, I often...
5 Tips for Finance Management After Divorce
It’s no secret that going through the process of a divorce can affect you mentally, physically, and financially. As you begin to navigate your new normal, perhaps the most important thing to lock down fast is your finances. Consider the tips below on how you can...
Navigating Co-parenting Challenges During COVID-19
The entire world is facing numerous challenges during COVID-19, but those you encounter as a divorced co-parent may feel unique and sometimes even isolating. Parents right now are deciding how their children social distance, but what happens when you and your...
