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How to Protect Your Children from Narcissistic Family Dynamics
Family law cases involving narcissistic personalities are among the most challenging and emotionally complex issues that a family can face. For...
Women’s Rights and Mediation – A Path to Equal Voice
When we think about women’s rights, our minds often turn to political milestones, workplace equity, or access to education. But...
Navigating Legal Rights as a Stepparent in New York
Every year on September 16, National Stepfamily Day recognizes the unique love, challenges, and dedication of blended families. Millions of...
Navigating Divorce in the New Year – Why January Marks a Turning Point for Many Families
The new year has long been associated with fresh starts, personal reflection, and major life decisions. In family law, January...
Mediating Divorce in the New Year – Why January Is an Ideal Time for a More Peaceful Approach
The start of a new year often brings a renewed focus on clarity, intention, and long-term wellbeing. For many couples,...
How Women Changed the Way Families Navigate Divorce
Every March, Women’s History Month invites us to reflect on the extraordinary contributions women have made across every field of...
A Father’s Future – Navigating Divorce, Custody, and Parenting Time
Father's Day is often a celebration of the moments that matter most. Bedtime stories, coaching little league games, helping with...
Staying Close to Your Children on Father’s Day After Separation
Father's Day can look very different after a separation or divorce. For some fathers, it may be the first Father's...
The Modern Marriage Has Changed, Shouldn’t the Divorce Process Change Too?
Marriage today looks very different than it did a generation ago. In many households, both spouses work. Women increasingly servae...
The Breadwinner Has Changed and What Happens When the Wife Earns More in Divorce?
For generations, conversations about divorce often began with a familiar financial assumption: the husband earned more, while the wife was...
5 Ways to Spend Quality Time With Your Kids and Pets When Newly Divorced
Going through a divorce can feel like your world has been turned upside down. As a newly divorced parent, you...
5 Ways to Honor Easter Traditions When You’re Divorced
For many families, Easter is more than just a holiday. It’s a time filled with warmth, joy, and deeply rooted...
Protecting Women from Financial Abuse in Marriage
At WhitsonLaw, we see firsthand how financial abuse can quietly but powerfully shape the course of a marriage. While domestic...
Protecting Kids from Conflict: Why BeH2O® Is the Framework Divorcing Parents Deserve
By Maria Natapov, “The Nurturing Strategist”BeH2O® Certified Co-Parenting and Stepparenting Coach I Remember My Husband Telling Me He Fell to...
Staying Calm When the Conflict Feels Like a Storm: How BeH2O® Helps You Find Your Anchor
If you’ve ever been caught in a high-conflict co-parenting situation, you know the feeling. Your heart races.Your chest tightens.Your mind...
Protecting Your Child’s Emotional Health During Separation or Divorce
Protecting Your Child’s Emotional Health During Separation or Divorce by Maria Natapov, BeH2O® Certified Co-Parenting & Stepparenting Coach Separation and...
3 Subtle Signs Your Narcissist Husband Wants A Divorce And When To Get A New York Divorce Lawyer
No spouse wants to hear, “I think we should get a divorce.” Those words don’t always come from narcissistic partners,...
How To Protect Yourself During A New York Divorce Court From Your Narcissistic Husband
Amicable divorces are rare, but definitely possible with the right approach. However, going through a New York divorce with a...
Domestic Violence In Child Custody And Visitation Rights: Your Questions Answered
Being in a violent and difficult-to-navigate relationship is difficult enough; however, things can get more complicated and worrisome when child...
Collaborative Divorce: The Best Way To End A Marriage
When we think about divorce, we might picture the movies or the law series where there is a lot of...
Celebrating International Women’s Day With Five Tips To Empower Healthy Romantic Relationships
In honor of International Women’s Day this month, we want to do our part to empower you, your friends, your...
Understanding Grandparent Rights During Divorce
There are no question how important grandparents can be in a child’s life. In fact, research has shown that closeness between grandparents...
7 Misconceptions About Mediation
Divorce is difficult enough without having to endure a long, drawn-out, and public court battle. It often ends up more...
Tips For Summer Co-Parenting Planning
Summer is here and the kids are on the break which should mean your own break from the school-year scheduling...
8 Tips For Dating After Divorce In 2022
Before we get to the ‘how,’ let’s dive into when the right time is to start dating after divorce. The...
Earth Day Ideas: The Why’s And How’s Of Virtual Breakups
Earth Day is about raising awareness of the need to protect our planet’s natural resources and learning how you can...
How To Celebrate Dad When You Are Divorced This Father’s Day
The marriage may now be finished, but chances are you and your ex are just getting started when it comes...
Avoiding Gray Divorce: The Dos And Don’ts Of Empty-Nesting
According to the Pew Research Center, the divorce rate among U.S. adults ages 50 and older has roughly doubled since the...
How To Spring Clean Your Life From Narcissistic Abusers
It’s the time of year when we start our spring cleaning, but there’s no reason it should just be limited...
How To Celebrate Dad When You Are Divorced This Father’s Day
The marriage may now be finished, but chances are you and your ex are just getting started when it comes...
5 Dating Tips After A Gray Divorce
If you were ranking the most stressful life events a person could experience, divorce would likely be near the top....
5 Co-Parenting Communication Tips To Save Your Sanity
Let’s be real, in most cases communication of any kind can be strained for divorced couples. But when you add...
2022 Goal Setting With Your Co-Parent Copilot
New year, now co-parenting you? As we reflect on the past year and plan for the next, most of us...
How To Spring Clean Your Life From Narcissistic Abusers
It’s the time of year when we start our spring cleaning, but there’s no reason it should just be limited...
Cohab Outlines (What To Know About Summer Living)
Summer is a time that’s supposed to be relaxed and easy; when we enjoy the sun, the warmth, and the...
6 Back-To-School Co-Parenting Tips
Hooray, back to school is finally here! For parents, it’s a magical time where routine reappears, boredom complaints go silent...
Celebrating National New Friends Day With A How-To For Friendship After Divorce
They say you can never have too many friends. Aside from simply the fact that human beings are social creatures,...
Newly Single: How To Have A Happy Valentine’s Day After Divorce
Of all the first holidays after a divorce, Valentine’s Day is arguably the most difficult. No doubt all the advertising...
Modern Family Prep For The Holidays
There’s a reason most of our holiday celebrations are about as far from a Norman Rockwell painting as you can...
Co-Parenting Over The Holidays: 5 Creative Gift Ideas For Your Ex-Spouse From Your Kids
Co-parenting is tough any time of year, but during the holidays the stress level and emotion can leave exes spreading...
Step-Parenting Tips For Different Age Groups
Despite what “The Brady Bunch” may have portrayed, most step-parents go into the role knowing they have their work cut...
Divorce In 2024: What Do You Do First?
It’s the start of a new year and if for you, that means starting the process of divorce, you may...
5 Things To Ask Your Intended Before You Propose From A Divorce Lawyer
National Proposal Day takes place on March 20 every year which also coincides with the first day of spring –...
Divorce Party Yay Or Nay?
Yes, there is such a thing as a divorce party. They are becoming increasingly popular, actually. While it may seem...
4 Mental Health Tips During Divorce
World Mental Health Day is coming up and we know there’s almost nothing that takes more of a toll on...
6 Tips From A Divorce Attorney On How To Co-Parent With A Narcissist
If you thought divorcing your narcissist ex was hard, the grim reality of co-parenting with them may be hitting you...
What To Do When You Realize You’re Married To A Narcissist
It may have started as a fairy tale, but now you’re wondering if your prince charming (or princess) is actually...
Understanding Grandparent Rights During Divorce
There’s no question how important grandparents can be in a child’s life. In fact, research has shown that closeness between grandparents and...
8 Green Flags And How To Know If You Are In A Healthy Relationship
As a mediator and collaborative divorce practitioner, I’ve unfortunately seen more than my fair share of unhealthy relationships. Perhaps that’s...
Grey Divorce: What It Is And 5 Tips To Navigate It
It’s a common, albeit sad, statistic that roughly half of all marriages end in divorce. But what’s surprising is that...
Divorcing A Narcissist Or No? Learn How Uncommon This Common Label Really Is.
The narcissist label is commonly used these days when relationships begin to unravel. But, is your ex a true narcissist...
10 Things To Never Text Your Ex
It can all too easily happen. You’re lonely, you’re bored, you’ve drunk too much or maybe you just miss that...
Book Recommendation Roundup During And After Divorce
National Read a Book Day was this month, and while we love any day that encourages reading, we thought, “Why...
Dealing With Divorce: Court-Ordered Versus Private Mediation
Divorce is unchartered waters for most people. But aside from the emotional complexity, the process itself can be just as...
5 Ways To Cope With School Holidays Post-divorce
School holidays can be stressful even in the best of circumstances, from taking time off work to entertaining the kids...
5 Tips To Resolve Disputes With A Narcissist (From A Certified Divorce Specialist)
Regardless of whether your ex has actually been diagnosed with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) or exhibits similar traits, you know...
4 Mental Health Tips During Divorce
World Mental Health Day is coming up and we know there’s almost nothing that takes more of a toll on...
Five Ways To Help Your Child During Your Divorce
Through the ups and downs of the divorce process, most parents are acutely aware of how the end of their...
Cohabitation Agreements: Can’t Live With Them, Without One Of These
As recently as the mid-1990s cohabitation was practically unheard of; only 3 percent of U.S. adults did so (or at...
Three Co-parenting Tips For The Newly Divorced
Sometimes co-parenting with your ex can be really challenging, even when you know it’s the best way forward for your...
Dealing With Divorce: 5 Tips For People Who Don’t Like To Journal
When it comes to processing your emotions after divorce, journaling is often touted as a must do. But what if...
5 Reasons You Should Make A Prenuptial Agreement Before Getting Married
There are many discussions around PreNuptial Agreements and for a long time the rumor was these were just for the...
How Mediation Helps With Modification Of Court Orders
Your divorce may be final but as you likely know all too well, life is fluid. Circumstances change and sometimes...
Spring Clean Your Relationship: 5 Tips To Keep Your Marriage Happy From A Divorce Lawyer
It’s the time of year where many of us begin spring cleaning, a time of renewal and change. We’ll tackle...
How Divorce Coaching Can Support You When You Need It Most
You’ve made the gut-wrenching decision to divorce, but now what? Most of us don’t have any idea where to start....