Coping with Divorce

Four common challenges and how you can overcome them.

...Divorce represents a pivotal and often traumatic shift in a child's world -- and from his... hard time grasping how their lives will change. The age at which a child's parents divorce also has... sleep and meals, during and after the divorce. Provide your child with his favorite toys or security...

...According to the U.S. Census Bureau, almost half of all marriages end in divorce, and one.... Despite its prevalence, divorce is still extremely painful, even for babies and toddlers. They may not see... divorce affects little ones and what you can do to minimize your child's anxiety. Of course, the emotional...

If you're splitting up, you need to help your kids (and yourself) make it through the rough stuff.

These key guidelines can help joint custody arrangements run smoothly.

Okay, maybe he isn't perfect. But as a single mom, I'll tell you why your guy is better than no guy at all.

Advice and resources to help single fathers feel better about parenting.

Toddlers have their own set of love languages, expressing their love for you in different ways.

Recommended reading for parents, kids, and even friends!

The secrets of success in single-parent households.

...Every year, more than one million children in the United States experience the divorce... of 6. Divorce brings about a great deal of changes for a family and the children usually have trouble...) on telling your child about an impending divorce and helping ensure a smoother transition for everyone: Have...

Modern families redefine togetherness.

Explaining to a child that a live-in stepfather isn't the same as a birth parent.

What should a single mom do when her children constantly vie for the limelight?

No, it's not easy raising kids alone. But it's not as awful as you might think. In fact, there are some wonderful benefits.

Parents may not want to be married anymore, but for the sake of their kids, they should always be partners.

Helping your child master these simple rules of etiquette will get him noticed -- for all the right reasons.

Trust us -- we know these top tips work! We tapped the experts -- Parents.com readers, who swear by each and every one.

One of every four American children today lives in a single-parent home. And though the circumstances may vary (some parents are divorced, others are widowed, and others are single parents by choice), the reality is that solo parenting is often stressful, demanding, and hectic. If you are a single mom or dad, there are 10 things you can do to help minimize the stress in your life -- and bring back the joy of parenting.

An outing with his two young daughters spurs a newly single dad to rethink his role.

...Q: I'm a divorced parent and I plan to begin dating again. How can I help my 9-year-old son feel...

If you or your ex-spouse has recently remarried, check out these helpful books. They can make life in a stepfamily easier -- for you and your kids.

Broaching the topic of divorce with your children can be extremely difficult. We've got suggestions on how to reassure your child as you deal with this emotional topic.

A mother discovers that divorce doesn't mean the end of a relationship.

Just over 10 percent of babies are born pre-term (before 37 weeks). The good news: Early labor can sometimes be stopped with a combo of meds and bed rest. Be on the lookout for these warning signs so you can call your doc ASAP if you think there's a problem.