Category: Parenting

What Is Bird Nesting During Divorce?

What Is Bird Nesting During Divorce?

For many divorcing parents, the well-being of their children is paramount. Maintaining stability during this tumultuous time is often a top priority. Bird nesting, an innovative co-parenting solution, can offer a sense of continuity for children during divorce. This approach

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When is a stepparenting overstepping boundaries

When Is a Stepparent Overstepping Boundaries?

The dynamics of blended families can be complex. While they represent an opportunity to create new connections, they can also introduce friction, particularly when it comes to defining and respecting boundaries. The role of a stepparent can be full of

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The Divorced Dad Guide to Successful Divorce Mediation

The Divorced Dad’s Guide to Successful Divorce Mediation

In this enlightening blog, Scott Levin, an experienced divorce mediator, and father, discusses the significant benefits of mediation over litigation in divorces, especially when children are involved. Delving into how mediation helps protect children from trauma, tailor needs around each

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Tri-Parenting in California: Blended Family Adoption Law

Explore California’s SB 274 law, which allows stepparents to adopt stepchildren without ending biological parental rights. This blog, written by Split.fyi community member Nathalie R, provides an in-depth look at the law’s significance and implications for a blended family. Additionally,

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Parental Abduction How Common Is It?

Parental Abduction: How Common Is It?

You might be surprised to learn how often parental abduction occurs during a divorce. Thousands of children are abducted by their parents or another family member each year. In fact, 3 out of every 1,000 children will be abducted by

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Co-parenting with a Narcissist

Co-Parenting with a Narcissist

Is co-parenting with a narcissist possible? To answer this question, one must first understand what constitutes co-parenting and what classifies someone as a narcissist. What is a narcissist? “Narcissist” has become a bit of a buzzword lately, but in reality,

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How to Co-Parent with a Difficult Ex

How to Co-Parent with a Difficult Ex

Does your ex thrive on conflict? Are they narcissistic? Do you struggle with how to peacefully co-parent with someone who seems to want anything but peace? Co-parenting with a difficult ex is just that- difficult- but it’s not impossible. There

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