TextYourEx Can you suspend visitation if it’s dangerous to travel? What if your Ex has high exposure to Covid? What if your child is going into the home of people you don’t know? What if your Ex’s state has more lax rules than yours? What if you are afraid for your family?
Yes . . Maybe . . . No . . .? There are no answers so here’s how to resolve these questions without the Court.
If parenting time has changed because of this global health pandemic, then expect parents and children to communicate more often via the telephone or computer. Try to set up a schedule, and be aware that being “live” in your Ex’s home remotely may be awkward. Learn how to balance each parent’s right to be with their children with privacy in your own home.
The purpose of quarantine and social distancing is about minimizing contact with others. Blended families are all about contact with multiple families and households and caring for kids coming from different places! How do you keep your households functioning like normal without providing the perfect environment for Covid?
What if you think your Ex is overreacting or not taking coronavirus seriously enough? Who decides who is right? What can you do if your Ex is using poor judgment one way or the other in this crisis?
Summer might look very different for your kids. There might not be summer camps, group sports, public swimming pools, or normal travel. Do you rely on grandparents or day-care during the summer break? Are you prepared for what covid-summer looks like? Do you have a plan for your kids in this upside-down world?
Being physically present with your child can’t be replaced, but learning other ways to communicate with your child may improve your relationship for all time to come. Technology offers a lot of options! if you can put some tips in place to make that comfortable for any age level, you will be able to maintain a strong connection with your child.
Do you have concerns letting your kids go to a state that doesn’t have any restrictions? Does it not make sense why your Ex wouldn’t want your kids to come stay with you when your state has a low risk and they can play summer sports and do normal activities? Follow these steps to come to a mutual agreement when different states have different rules.
Things with this crisis are going to be rapidly changing for some time to come. How do you re-negotiate new details about your kids every time there is new guidance or a change with this pandemic situation?
The first Christmas after divorce and separation is hard on everyone. What will this new life look like over the holidays? It definitely won’t be the same, but different can be okay! Even though divorce comes with loss, it also makes you more aware of just how important your kiddos are and makes you appreciate … Read more
Christmas is about being with family. Help your children understand that just because mom and dad aren’t together, their family remains the same. Reinforce that their family bonds with parents and extended family members remain the same and they will always be part of a family who loves and supports them!
