Keeping Up with Legal Lingo
The federal Divorce Act changed on March 1, 2021. The words “Custody” and “Access” are no longer used. Instead, there are new terms being used to talk about parenting arrangements…
What Exactly is a Parenting Plan?
After separating, talking with your former partner to create a plan for the children can feel overwhelmed. More so, you may be told to create a separation agreement which covers…
My Parents’ Divorce – A Personal Story
I clearly remember the day my mom told me that her and my dad were getting a divorce. Not only the picture, but the feelings as well.
How to Have Less Divorce Stress
Self-compassion is a teachable skill, and learning it will help reduce your divorce stress. Learn the traits of self-compassion.
Stages of Disconnection in a Marriage
Divorces do not just happen. There are phases marriages go through before they end. What phase is your marriage in?
Separation: How to Talk to Your Ex
After a separation, talking to an ex can be incredibly difficult, especially if emotions are still unresolved. Here are four things to keep in mind.
Children Coping with Divorce
Some children go through divorce with relatively few problems while others have a very difficult time. For children divorce can be stressful, sad and confusing. Your words, actions and ability…
How to Ease Your Child’s Transition Between Mom and Dad’s House
Separation is a stressful time and children often wonder what’s going to happen to them. Here’s how to ease a child’s transition during divorce.
The Emotional Side of Co-Parenting
When children are coping with the separation of their parents, seeing you communicate and co-parent in a healthy way will help them get through the process.
Normal Versus Abnormal Emotions When Going Through Separation and Divorce
Everyone reacts differently to a separation, but some behaviours can cross the line into mental illness. This chart brings that blurred line into focus.