In arguments before the state Supreme Court, a mother argued that she should receive child support from the stepfather of her children because he pursued custodial rights in court. Irena Shiloh, an … [Read more...]
As Seen in the Huffington Post: When Is the Right Time to Divorce When You Have Children? Join the Conversation!
October 16, 2015 by
At some point after the wedding festivities died down, you woke up and realized that you'd made a mistake. After the infatuation faded you recognized that you didn't want to live with this person for … [Read more...]
Parenting Wrong in the Best Interests of the Kids
October 14, 2015 by
Some of the greatest moms and dads I know are also some of the worst parents I've ever seen. The worst offenders of that greatest bunch are the divorced moms and dads, because while they're trying so … [Read more...]
How to Support National Hazing Prevention Week and Make a Difference
September 23, 2015 by
We're now in the midst of National Hazing Prevention Week (September 21 - 25, 2015). This is the big push when many anti-hazing organizations, fraternities and sororities are actively promoting … [Read more...]
School’s About to Start… Let the Hazing Begin!
August 20, 2015 by
For many college-bound freshmen, the start of the new school year is just around the corner. New freedom, new surroundings, and for most, new opportunities to meet new friends. This is an exciting … [Read more...]
As Seen in the Huffington Post – Moms and Stepmoms: Making the Relationship Successful
July 21, 2015 by
We get a lot of raised eyebrows when we show up at events together. We are often commended by school teachers and doctors for showing up at parent teacher conferences and medical appointments … [Read more...]
As Seen in the Huffington Post – Why We’re So Proud of You … and of Us … on your Graduation Day
June 3, 2015 by
Tomorrow you will graduate from elementary school. Tomorrow we will all sit in little folding chairs in the cafeteria, watching proudly as you and your classmates line up and walk onto the stage to … [Read more...]
As Seen in the Huffington Post – Don’t Call My Stepkids ‘Baggage!’ Your Trash Just So Happens to Be My Treasure
January 22, 2015 by
I met my husband late in life. Through the eyes of my mother's generation, I was the "old maid." Through the eyes of my own generation, I was among a small-but-growing group of women, who chose to … [Read more...]
As Seen in the Huffington Post … Is Coffee-Shop Divorce Coaching an Alternative to Couch Therapy?
November 5, 2014 by
Would you meet me at Starbucks to talk about your ex? I see them every morning. A small gathering of professionals seated in the back of Starbucks "holding court." They are lawyers, accountants, … [Read more...]
As Seen in the Huffington Post … Would You Consider Trick-or-Treating With Your Spouse’s Ex This Halloween?
October 30, 2014 by
Halloween is just the beginning of this holiday season. Between now and January 1st, there will be a multitude of costume parades, holiday parties and other events pulling families together, or for … [Read more...]
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