Whether you are recently divorced or currently in the process, it can be difficult to keep your children out of the drama when tensions are running high with your ex. But while it isn’t the end of the world if your kids see you express frustration or annoyance with...

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Helping your children understand your decision to divorce
Children of parents seeking a divorce might be sad, upset or even think that your divorce is their fault. But with your help, they might be able to move through this confusing or difficult time with more ease. Helping your children understand why you chose to divorce...
Missouri parents may choose shared custody
Missouri’s laws provide for shared custody agreements when both parents wish to take an active role in their children's lives. Making decisions concerning a child's education and religion may require joint or shared custody, which can offer more than visitation...
Should you date during divorce?
You have already filed for divorce, but it may take time before you finalize the process and start the next chapter of your life in Missouri. You recently met someone new, a person you have a romantic interest in. Should you date during the divorce process? You do not...
Establishing paternity in Missouri
If you are expecting (or already have) a baby and have not married the child's other parent, you must establish legal paternity in Missouri. Doing so provides access to custody and visitation for both parents and creates a financial child support obligation. These are...
How can I change my child custody agreement?
Your children are growing up and exploring the world around them. Getting older means more adventures like sports, academic clubs and school trips. Sometimes it is hard to keep to the arrangement of your child custody agreement. For example, a school band concert can...
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