Guidance issued by the Government initially was unclear on child contact arrangements during the coronavirus lockdown. However, further advice has now been published which provides greater clarity to parents. The advice issued via the Courts and Judiciary website states: “Parental responsibility for a child who is the subject of a Child Arrangements Order [‘CAO’] made by the Family…
Category: CO-PARENTING
Helping Your Child Cope After A Divorce
Healing your own broken heart after divorce can be a long, all-encompassing journey. But, the thought of healing your child’s heart after divorce can take your breath away. Children of divorce are the innocent, powerless victims — the collateral damage with no say in the implosion of their family. By their nature, children are resilient. But how they react…
Gwyneth Paltrow's Birthday Message To Ex-Husband Chris Martin
Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin have proved time and time again that exes can be friends. Paltrow wished ex-husband Chris Martin a happy birthday by sharing a sweet message on Instagram. Posting a photo of her with Martin underneath a door numbered 42, Paltrow marked his 42nd birthday by captioning the image, “Happy Birthday CAJM.…
Child Custody Explained
Although people sometimes refer to “child custody” in that general term, there are actually different types of custody. Physical Custody Physical custody means that a parent has the right to have a child live with him or her. Joint physical custody works best if parents live relatively close to each other, as it lessens the…
Learning How To Be A Whole Parent Again
When you were married, when you decided to have children, when you raised your kids, both you and your partner built a system of parenting that no longer exists. The things you might not have learned to do, are the things you distinctly recall asking your partner to take over, and the things you haven’t…
What If My Child Doesn't Want To Visit The Other Parent?
Relationship breakdowns can be difficult. Not only for parents, but also for the children involved. Separations are often fraught with arguments, bitterness and a general lack of love and affection for one another. Children will feel and experience all of this, but without the same understanding as the adults around them as to what is…