What If I Don’t Want a Divorce?

What If I Don’t Want a Divorce?

You’ve tried everything to save your marriage. You discussed your differences, attended marriage counseling, and even tried a trial separation, but your spouse no longer wants to explore other options. They want a divorce. Even if it’s not what you want, it only takes...
What’s Next? Living Single and Loving It

What’s Next? Living Single and Loving It

Before you decide this message doesn’t apply to you, take a moment to think about yourself. Only you. The children still will be there. Your ex will too. Raising a family is tough; raising a family when you are divorced is another layer of difficult. But for right...
Finding Happy in the Holidays: Co-Parenting in a Pandemic

Finding Happy in the Holidays: Co-Parenting in a Pandemic

“Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success.” – Henry Ford Whether you have been co-parenting for years or are new to the experience, the restrictions we face this holiday season because of COVID-19 are unprecedented....
4 Tips for When Your Former Partner Does Not Want to Co Parent

4 Tips for When Your Former Partner Does Not Want to Co Parent

You’re no longer with your partner, but otherwise nothing has changed. If you say “black,” their response is “white.” There’s no logic behind their actions – they’re only driven by a determination to make your life as difficult as possible, even if you have children...
When It Takes a Village: Third-Party Custody in Washington State

When It Takes a Village: Third-Party Custody in Washington State

A child’s ideal caregiver is their parent. A secure and loving relationship with Mom and/or Dad keeps them safe and healthy, transmits important social and cultural values, and provides them with the resources and skills they need to grow into happy and well-adjusted...