Any child going through a divorce is going to experience some emotional pain, feelings of loss, sadness, frustration and possibly abandonment or rejection. As parents it is important to help children through this difficult time in their lives and to protect them as much as possible from the divorce process itself, as well as the changes that will occur, both now and in the future.

As a parent there are several things that you can do to help your children get through the divorce with as little difficulty as possible. Both parents working together on this goal can make it even easier for the children. Continue reading

Receiving the child support you are due can be a complicated issue. This is even more so when the non-custodial parent is not resident in the U.S.

The State Department does have help available on this issue. Articles found at this State Department page help to answer the following questions. Continue reading

A child raised in two different homes is often the result of joint child custody. The situation can be difficult for all parties but it is important that both you and your ex work to make the divorce and the ongoing transition between homes as comfortable as possible for your child.

Here are some points to consider that can help make the changes in your child’s life as easy to deal with as possible: Continue reading

If you’re having trouble getting the child support you’re owed the U.S. Federal government can help.

The Administration for Children and Families publishes lots of information. While much of it is directed toward social workers and other family support professionals the Child Support Enforcement Handbook is designed to help custodial parents directly.

Some of the chapters in the handbook include: Continue reading