Maricopa Co-Parenting

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Your browser does not support the video tag. *If you know that a sex offender or a person who has been convicted of a dangerous crime against children will be around your child, the co-parent must be notified immediately. What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence, child abuse, and child neglect are a feature of family life for

Sorry — your browser does not support embedded video. Maintaining Connection Across Distance and New Family Dynamics Long-distance parenting presents unique challenges that become even more complex when your children are living with a stepparent. The physical distance can make you feel disconnected from your children’s daily lives, while the presence of a new parental

Sorry — your browser does not support embedded video.   It should be no surprise that an important key to ensuring your children’s well-being through this transition is communication. However, too much or too little too communication can be problematic. Recall previously that we recommend that parents together have the initial conversation about separating with

How to Speak Your Child’s Developmentally Appropriate Language Sorry — your browser does not support embedded video. Facts About Brain Development of Children In the first five years of life, children’s brains grow faster than they ever will again. Every time we learn something new, our brains make new physical connections between the brain cells,

Your browser does not support the video tag. Importance of Maternal and Paternal Relatives Access One advantage of co-parenting is the opportunity for your child to have an increased relationship with both sides of relatives. The Parenting Plan should also include grandparents and other extended family members. It’s important to recognize that grandparents and other

Understanding Court Procedures and Financial Responsibilities The courts in this country are responsible for handling the legal aspects of paternity and divorce cases. In Colorado, the courts no longer use the term custody; the term is now parental responsibilities. Therefore, Colorado courts will no longer determine who will receive custody but rather who will have

Sorry — your browser does not support embedded video. Deciding It Is Over: The Initial Stages The first step in implementing a positive parenting approach is recognizing the relationship is over. This may not be a single event but sometimes an ongoing process. When you focus on it as an event, it’s natural to want

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