A relationship between two parents does not stop after the divorce papers and parenting plan are signed. Recognize that the co-parenting relationship is a process which evolves into something different in the post-divorce period. Serena is divorced with two young daughters and
After divorce, take a breather before dating again. This especially holds true when one’s spouse had an affair and left them for someone else. It may be tempting to jump into someone’s arms (or bed) right after a divorce to reaffirm that
A spouse’s reaction to suspected infidelity can leave one wondering if they are imagining things after being informed they are misinterpreting a casual friendship. People may overlook tell-tale signs to keep the status quo, avoid acknowledging adultery and divorce or because they
Travelling to South America is doable with youngsters, when staying in a central location and taking day trips. My young sons and I stayed in Cuzco, Peru and took excursions to must-see attractions nearby. My travel agent arranged for a packaged trip
There are tricks to packing for a holiday to make life easier, whether going alone or with the kids. My sons and I usually only have carry on, and in order to do this we have perfected a few practices. We save
There are ways to explore exotic locales or places closer to home and not break the bank. The Travel Bug is in our family’s DNA, so I had to learn some financial shortcuts to make this possible. I am in a group
It may not seem like a relaxing holiday with a baby in tow – but with a little pre-planning it can be rewarding for all. Having a trip with a limited itinerary, such as a beach holiday worked well for us. My
These suggestions for great holidays after divorce are from a kid’s point of view. Shop around for holiday destinations for children with an affordable deal and have a fantastic adventure. Singapore is clean, easy to get around with a plethora of attractions
A holiday on a cruise ship can be just the way to tick all of the boxes for fun, adventure, and family time while keeping to a strict budget. I started cruising when my sons were two and six and we have
Trust your gut instinct when negotiating shared care. If supervised visitation is warranted – then speak up. Your child’s safety is paramount, especially when there is a narcissistic parent who is focused on themselves. An eminent psychologist told me that narcissism was the
It is so easy nowadays to reconnect with a long ago love. There are various online sites from social media to searching for classmates, which facilitate getting in touch again. What starts out as curiosity regarding the one who got away can
Your good friend down the street just told you that she and her husband are divorcing. You want to give her all of your wisdom and advice. That would really help her….or would it? The first thing to do is just listen.