Posts by Scott Shaw
Co-Parenting at Different Ages: 13 to 18-Year-Olds
For every child, co-parenting styles need to evolve. Their developmental needs will change as they grow. In this fifth and final installment of our series about co-parenting children at different ages, we’ll look at the teenage years and how you should adjust accordingly. What do you need to know about co-parenting a teen? Here are…
Read MoreCo-Parenting at Different Ages: 5 to 13-Year-Olds
Co-parenting will be different for every child. One big reason is their age and their developmental needs as they grow. In this fourth installment of our series about co-parenting children at different ages, we’ll look at children and pre-teens and how their needs will differ from younger children. What do you need to know about…
Read MoreCo-Parenting at Different Ages: 3 to 5-Year-Olds
Co-parenting isn’t the same for every child, primarily because of their needs at each stage of development. In the third installment of our series about co-parenting children at different ages, we’ll take a closer look at children between the ages of 3 and 5 and how the arrangement should change. What do you need to…
Read MoreCo-Parenting at Different Ages: 18 Months to 3 Years
Co-parenting isn’t the same for every child, primarily because of their needs at each stage of development. In this second blog post of our series about co-parenting children at different ages, we’ll take a closer look at the ways this arrangement has to change for toddlers. What do you need to know about co-parenting a…
Read MoreCo-Parenting at Different Ages: Birth to 18 Months
Co-parenting a baby isn’t the same as co-parenting a teenager. In the first of our series about co-parenting children at different ages, we’ll take a closer look at the ways this arrangement is unique for parents of babies from the time they’re born until around 18 months old. What do you need to know about…
Read MoreMaking Co-Parenting Easier: 7 Apps Compared
Most of us barely remember what life was like before smartphones. Using apps to help us with everyday tasks, from banking to ordering takeout, has become second nature. What if we told you that apps are available to help you effectively co-parent after separating from your child’s other parent. Here we’ll compare some of the…
Read MoreHow to Handle False Allegations in Child Custody Cases
Child custody cases can be traumatic enough when all you want is to care for your child. But when false allegations enter the conversation, what can you even do to ensure that you’re given a fair shake? How did you combat these accusations and get to the heart of the matter? The first thing, though…
Read MoreWhat To Do if Your Spouse Refuses to Sign Divorce Papers
Divorce is rarely a simple process, even with the best of intentions. And sometimes, when divorce papers are served, someone may drag their heels when it comes to finalizing the details. A frequent question arises: how can I get a divorce if my spouse won’t sign the divorce papers. The answer is they do not…
Read MoreBlended Families: How to Celebrate Holidays After Divorce
Divorce can be difficult for families, and remarriage can bring an entirely new dynamic to the table. So how do you have a great holiday season after a divorce, with a blended family, or when parents live separately? One of the best things you can do is start planning early to ensure that your children…
Read MoreIs an Emotional Affair Considered Adultery in the State of Georgia?
Are you worried that your spouse has made an emotional connection to another person and is slowly pulling away from you? An emotional affair can be devastating, but is it considered adultery in the eyes of the law? Having questions about emotional affairs and divorce is normal, so here are a few of the things…
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