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Back to School Tips for Divorced Families

Back to school can be a stressful time for children, add the stress of having a parents that are separated or divorced on top of that and it can be REALLY hard on them. As parents, we want to do all we can to lessen the amount of stress that are children are under! Here are some tips to make sure that the beginning of the school year goes as smoothly as possible for your child: COMMUNICATION: In situations where parents are no longer living together communication is the MOST IMPORTANT aspect of co-parenting for so many reasons! You want…

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Keeping the Holidays Happy Despite Divorce

For the most part, the holidays are a wonderful time filled with excitement and happiness. For a family going through a separation or divorce this may not be the case. It isn’t impossible for the holidays to be a happy and joyous time for your family (and most importantly, your children) – it may just take some work. Here are things you can do to help make this holiday season a happy one for your children: Emphasize the positive aspects of the season. DON’T focus on all of the things you are NOT doing or all of the past traditions…

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