Prejudices in society run deep against gay dads, leading to a lot of misconceptions and false expectations. If you are gay, you may believe in or be a victim of the following myths: Myth 1: Gay men can't be good fathers. Fact: Gay men can be as good parents as hetero men. Being a great dad has nothing to do with your sexuality. … [Read more...] about 5 Common Gay Dad Myths
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Ten Tips for Dads celebrating birthdays and holidays after Divorce
Dealing with holidays after divorce is yet another minefield for dads. Holidays and birthdays are extra reminders that the family is no longer as it once was, and can be especially difficult during the first years after a separation. However, like much about divorce and its aftermath, if you work at it, you can create new traditions and rituals that will make that time … [Read more...] about Ten Tips for Dads celebrating birthdays and holidays after Divorce
How to make the best of your children’s visitation time
No matter how much visitation time a non-custodial parent may be awarded, it will not seem enough. After all, how can you ever reconcile to having your entire experience of being a dad crammed into a few hours or even a weekend. However, it is crucial that dads make the best of the time available to them. These are ways we can make your visitation time as productive as … [Read more...] about How to make the best of your children’s visitation time
Everything you need to know about child support
Child support refers to the obligations, following divorce, of a noncustodial parent towards the upkeep of the child. Typically, child support takes the form of regular payments made by the non-custodial parent to the parent who has custody of the child. What is the justification for child support?In a sole custody, one parent is awarded the custody of the child. The … [Read more...] about Everything you need to know about child support
What to expect in a custody battle
It is always better, in case of couples who are going in for a divorce, to decide upon a custodial arrangement that is agreeable to both parties. However, in some cases, this may just not work out. In these cases, a lawsuit for custodial rights is usually the eventuality.This is what you should expect in a typical custody trial:You will be required to show how involved … [Read more...] about What to expect in a custody battle