As a divorced parent, you might not see you kids as often as you did while you were married. But whether you have sole custody, split custody with your ex or are limited to visitation time, you are still their mother or father. Two types of child custody in Naperville...
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Planning for winter weather child custody exchanges
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Nov 16, 2021 | Child Custody
Illinois residents know that winter weather can turn on a dime. A morning commute might be sunny and clear while the evening drive home could be stalled by six inches of snow. These sudden changes can wreak havoc on a parenting plan and child custody exchange. During...
Everything you should know about child custody and co-parenting
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Mar 12, 2021 | Child Custody
Providing security and stability to your child after a divorce is never an easy task. It is vital to maintain a healthy relationship with your kid(s), even after your relationship fails. Today we will take a comprehensive look at child custody tips, and how to start...
How does parental conflict during divorce affect kids?
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jul 22, 2020 | Child Custody
Many divorcing parents share concern about the effects their divorce could have on their children. Some parents are so afraid that their divorce would cause their children harm that they end up staying in an unhappy marriage.While divorce can harm children initially,...
Tips for balancing child custody arrangements with a demanding work life
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Jun 12, 2020 | Child Custody
As you navigate the divorce path, every issue you come across will have its challenges. No issue will weigh quite so heavily as those relating to your child. And when it comes time for the court to determine child custody arrangements, it is not uncommon for parents...
Child custody: Kids need support as issues ironed out
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | May 20, 2020 | Child Custody
There is no doubt that divorce has an impact on children. When Illinois couples make the decision to divorce, one of the issues on the table is child custody. With such a drastic change to their lives, children whose parents are divorcing might not only have a lot to...
Gaining custody as an unmarried parent in Illinois
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | May 12, 2020 | Child Custody
When going through a separation, many things will be simpler because you are unmarried. For example, as an unmarried couple, you'll likely avoid going through the courts when you divide assets. However, other things can become more complicated. Namely, child custody...
Child custody and what is best for the children
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | May 8, 2020 | Child Custody
What about the children? Who will have child custody and where will the children live? These are often important questions that Illinois parents must consider when they decide to divorce. Parents want what is best for their children. Unfortunately, what is best in one...
No, you likely can’t stop “the other woman” from meeting the kids
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Feb 7, 2020 | Child Custody
Infidelity is a common reason for one spouse to file for divorce in Illinois. Finding out that your husband has been seeing someone else can feel like a betrayal that you simply cannot overcome. Divorcing over infidelity can often lead to some of the most intense...
The best strategies available for co-parents
On Behalf of Monika Blacha | Feb 4, 2020 | Child Custody
Going through a divorce in Illinois can be painful, no matter if the couple spent just a few years or decades together. While dealing with the emotional pain associated with divorce, parents also need to make good decisions for their children and help them cope with...
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