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March 15, 2019

What Do I Do If I Suspect Domestic Violence?

You recognize when someone is not acting like themselves. The person may seem abnormally sad, withdrawn, or angry. But how can you tell if a friend or loved one is the victim of domestic violence? Domestic violence is a serious, sometimes life-threatening situation. It is abuse, either physical or verbal, that occurs in a person’s home by their partner or spouse.

March 15, 2019

Do Kids Really Need Recess?

Times of rest and rejuvenation contribute to our health and well-being, and especially to our children’s ability to learn and grow. Study after study shows that unstructured play time is crucial for childhood development, which is why The American Academy of Pediatrics wrote a policy entitled, “The Crucial Role of Recess in School.”

March 14, 2019

Can Children Fly Alone?

If your child needs to fly alone, first check with the specific airline they'll be on to see what the rules and regulations are. Some airlines will only allow children to travel alone if they participate in what is called an Unaccompanied Minor Program.

February 27, 2019

Top Educational Apps for Kids

Today we’re scouring the internet to help parents learn more about the top educational apps for kids. There are a ton of resources out there compiling lists of the best educational apps, including the eLearning Industry, Parents, BestProducts.com, POPSUGAR Family, and the Educational App Store.

February 23, 2019

How Can Kids Earn an Allowance?

The purpose of an allowance is to help teach children about money. Most people can agree on this point. From here on out, though, the topic of allowance can be a minefield of disagreements between kids and their parents, between parents themselves, and most definitely between adults and other parents.

February 23, 2019

Legal Separation vs. Divorce

In both a legal separation and a divorce, there is an agreement between the two spouses (either a separation agreement or divorce decree) that has been ordered by the court. This agreement sets the rules that you and your spouse will now live by since you are no longer living with one another: how your finances will be separated, how child custody and child support will be divided, how the property will be divided, who will pay spousal support, etc.

February 14, 2019

What Are Grounds for Divorce?

Today we take for granted that we can get a divorce from marriage if we want one. It wasn't so long ago that marriage was, for all practical purposes, binding. Divorce today, while more common and much fairer, still is not a smooth experience. It can be emotionally and financially damaging.

February 13, 2019

How Does Joint Custody Work?

Custody usually comes into question when two parents who are caring for a child separate or divorce. Before we talk about joint custody, it’s important to note that there are two distinct types of custody when it comes to your children: physical and legal.

February 11, 2019

Valentine’s Day Craft Ideas for Kids

Valentine's Day is the perfect day to celebrate love in its many forms. Love may be messy sometimes, and it's certainly not always perfect, but love is beautiful, nonetheless. Here are some fun and easy craft ideas for you and your kids to do together to celebrate your love for one another.