How parents living in the same house approach discipline can be challenging and a source of conflict, and this can even worsen when co-parenting. Nonetheless, it's possible to raise a disciplined child after a divorce. You and your co-parent can successfully...
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2 things to know when handling an uncooperative co-parent
A child moving between two homes can be a challenge, particularly in the beginning. But your experience may even be worse if you are dealing with an uncooperative co-parent. Below are two things to keep in mind if you are in such a situation: Determine how...
Divorcing parents: Have you considered nesting?
There's little question that traditional shared custody arrangements are relatively disruptive for the children in a family. Typically, shared custody arrangements require that the children go back and forth between the homes of their parents. They spend a lot of time...
Is it possible to co-parent with an incarcerated parent?
Co-parenting is an endeavor that requires effective communication, mutual respect and cooperation between both parents to ensure the well-being of their child. When one parent is incarcerated, maintaining these aspects becomes more complicated due to limited contact,...
Can children choose which parent to live with?
When a couple gets divorced, they may have to divide custody of their children. It is typical for custody to be divided so that each parent has parenting time responsibilities (physical custody) and so that they have to share decision-making power (legal custody). But...
Encouraging communication between co-parents
Co-parenting after a separation or divorce inspires a common set of challenges, particularly regarding communication. Ensuring peaceful and effective communication is crucial for co-parents and children alike. While navigating a new dynamic, co-parents can adopt...
Exploring different co-parenting options
After a divorce, parents may decide that the best thing for their children is to continue working together. Co-parenting can allow parents to jointly decide custody schedules and how their children are raised, such as their medical needs, education and religious...
Common reasons the court allows child support modifications
When Wisconsin parents of young children divorce, a child custody schedule is created that both are expected to follow. However, there are times when it’s warranted to ask the court to modify the original order. These are some of the most common reasons the judge will...
Understanding the four types of Wisconsin guardianships
Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers signed the 2019 Wisconsin Act 109 into law on February 28, 2020. The law expanded the types of guardianships available for Wisconsin families and children. What is a child guardianship? Guardianships are a legal arrangement that involves...
The possible pitfalls of nesting
Divorce in Wisconsin can be a difficult process, especially when children are involved. For couples going through divorce with children, minimizing the harm to the kids and making the transition as smooth as possible is a high priority. "Nesting" refers to a plan for...