You knew your marriage wasn't perfect, but you never thought it was so bad that your spouse would want to end it. However, that's exactly what happened. Your spouse sat you down and told you that they wanted to get divorced.
If divorce is emotionally difficult, know you're not alone
Your spouse asks for a divorce, and you feel like you need to put on a happy face and pretend it's not difficult for you. Instead, you try to focus on the future and you pretend you're all right with the decision.
Seeing both parents really is best for the children
Custody battles often happen during a divorce when one parent is attempting to get sole custody, keeping the kids from living with the other parent. That second parent either also wants sole custody or at least wants an even split of the time.
How do you approach your divorce on social media?
Social media is a big part of your life. It's how you stay in touch with friends and family members. When you got married, you posted a lot of those wedding pictures and changed your marital status.
Key financial tips when facing divorce
Divorce substantially changes your financial picture. You still retain many of the same bills, such as utilities, car payments and mortgage payments, but your income tends to drop significantly if you and your spouse were both working during the marriage.
Study: Women find it easier than men to be happy after a divorce
Wondering how happy you are going to feel after your divorce? While many factors do come into play, one important thing to consider is simply your gender.
Tips for improving communication with your kids after divorce
After you and your spouse get divorced, you worry that you will lose closeness with your children. You simply won't see them as much. Will you drift apart? Will you forget how to talk to each other?
4 things not to tell your kids during divorce
You have probably heard that honesty is important during a divorce when talking to your kids, and it is. You do not want to lie to your children or mislead them. However, that does not mean you want to tell them everything. This process is hard enough on them already.
Even a signed prenuptial agreement can be invalid
If you and your significant other are thinking about drafting a prenuptial agreement, you know that you both need to sign it before the wedding for it to be valid. While that is true, it is also important to remember that even a signed prenup can end up being invalid in court.
How can you make shared custody easier?
Joint custody carries an inherent level of difficulty. You don't get your kids to yourself. You must share them with your ex. This means you have to keep working with someone who was part of one of the most difficult times in your life. This may be someone you can hardly get along with anymore.
