How to help your child adjust to changes to custody arrangements
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How to help your child adjust to changes to custody arrangements

On Behalf of | May 2, 2018 | Child Custody |

Child custody arrangements can be very beneficial for children of varying ages. These arrangements can also cause a lot of stress, emotions and worry for the children. It doesn’t matter your situation, or how old your children are, it’s best to always discuss a potential change to the custody arrangement that is in place. Here are some tips for helping your child adjust to the changes in a custody arrangement in Kentucky.

Never surprise your children with upcoming visits to their other parent’s house. This is the best way to ensure that they can easily adjust to the custody arrangement. Springing visits on the children can cause issues with how they handle different situations and prepare for changes in life.

You also need to find out why your children might not want to visit their other parent. Ask questions. Don’t be afraid of the possible answers that might be given. Tell them to be honest so you can have an open discussion with them and get rid of all their fears.

Do not turn the custody arrangement into a competition with the other parent. This will only turn out poorly for the children. Do not make them get into a contest with you for attention. This is not a smart thing to do as it can cause a lot of stress and anger for your entire family.

Now you know what you can do to make it easier on a child when a change is made in the custody arrangement. This will ensure a smooth transition to something new, even if there is a new place of residency for the children and custodial parent in Elizabethtown.

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