Custody evaluations can be a nerve-wracking process. Even though you have nothing to hide, it seems as if everyone is accusing you of something. You may feel that your very parenting is being brought into question. Although this is not true, it is still a very...
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Social stigmas complicate single fatherhood
Society has created unnecessary challenges for single parents, and the expectations for mothers and fathers are not equal. This is inherently unfair since children in any single-parent household have the same needs regardless of the gender of the parent. However,...
5 ways that money-related conflicts can lead to divorce
No matter what your economic circumstances are, financial issues can put an insurmountable strain on your marriage. Here are five ways that conflicts involving money can affect a once-happy union and lead to divorce. 1. Different financial priorities Like so many...
How can you ease the transition between homes for your child?
Adjusting to life after a divorce may take time, particularly for your children. Rather than living at home with both parents, your child may now spend time at your home and at the home of his or her other parent. Until and unless you all settle in, the hand-off and...
Why do older couples divorce?
Sociologists have coined the term "gray divorce" to describe the increase in marriages that end after several decades. In a 2017 report from the Pew Research Center, scientists found that the rate of divorce among couples older than 50 had increased by more than 100%...
What are some tips for communicating with your ex-spouse?
After a divorce, it may seem almost impossible to communicate clearly and effectively with your ex-spouse. However, being direct and focusing on the topics at hand can help you feel more comfortable discussing personal issues such as childcare with him or her. Stay on...
Managing your financial future after a later-in-life divorce
Everyone has to make adjustments after a divorce, but those over the age of 50 face some unique issues. How do you develop and maintain a secure financial future following a later-in-life divorce? Financial picture If your spouse handled most of the marital finances,...
Self-care tips to help your divorce become more tolerable
A Texas divorce takes an emotional toll on everyone involved, but if your marriage lasted for many years, the idea of starting over might result in deep depression. Learning to take care of yourself after caring for a spouse and raising children is critical for...
What fathers should know about Texas visitation
When you have a child in Texas and you and the mother have not married, you must take steps to declare paternity. Doing so allows you to preserve your parental rights and develop a relationship with your child. Review these important considerations if you are...
How do you know if you should divorce?
If you have already started to look for family lawyers in Texas, you might have a relatively good idea of what your plans are for the future. Then again, you might not. Divorce is a process that will change your family permanently. Even if you are relatively sure it...