On a typical Monday evening, Alex goes to bed with hugs and kisses from two loving parents. After Alex is taken to school the next day, one parent moves out because the couple agrees they can’t live together anymore. Tuesday evening after school, Alex gets home and only sees one of his two loving parents. Alex does…
Read moreNew York Fails Report On Parenting After Divorce
This is from a press conference I was a part of yesterday: National Parents Organization (NPO) works to ensure that fit and willing parents receive equal time with their children during and after separation and divorce. The nonprofit works to help children enjoy the benefits of having both parents in their lives. Research shows children…
Read moreKentucky makes history with new joint custody law
From 2018: “It’s a first of its kind law in the state of Kentucky. After signing HB528, Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin makes Kentucky the first state to give legal presumption for joint custody in divorce proceedings. Matt Hale of the National Parents Organization has been an advocate for the law and believes we could see…
Read moreAfter divorce, shared parenting is best for children’s health, development
We now have more than 50 studies of joint physical custody. Using different methods, and examining families in the United States and abroad, the results are encouraging: children who spend at least 35 percent time with each parent, rather than live with one and visit the other, have better relationships with their fathers and mothers…
Read moreKramer.com vs. Kramer.com
By PAMELA PAUL Published: November 23, 2012 New York Times MOST divorced couples would probably prefer not to see each other. Ever again. But when you share custody of your children, you have to assume a certain amount of face-to-face time amid the endless back-and-forthing. Think of the clashing summer vacation plans, the who-goes-to-Lucy’s-birthday-party, the “Max…
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