After a divorce, Colorado parents will be faced with the very important task of raising their kids in separate households. No matter the situations that caused the divorce, or the feelings that might still linger afterward, parents should work together to raise their children. Although challenging, co-parenting after a divorce can be done successfully.
To begin with, both parents should remember that their co-parenting efforts center around the best interests of their children. As such, the goal should be to provide a warm, secure, stable life with the children. One way to do this is by following the same rules in both homes. These rules can be general regarding behavior and other limits, but do not have to be so specific that they create further issues between the parents. Ex-spouses should also be honest with their children if they ask why the marriage ended. While they should not encourage any hope of reunion if there is none, they should also be careful of passing on bitter feelings that remain after the divorce.
When it comes to family law and divorce, the settlement between parents will also usually include a parenting plan that details when the children are with each household, who they spend the holidays with as well as other important events and information. Parents can use this information to set up visible calendars in each home; this could prevent misunderstandings later on. If the ex-spouses are not amicable, communication via online methods such as emails or other communication apps might be the best way to avoid the confrontations that can arise from face-to-face meetings.
Parents who are dealing with divorce negotiations can contact a lawyer with family law experience to help them understand the legal aspects of the process. A lawyer can also help a client fill out the required forms, file the forms and gather supportive evidence to build their case.
