Talking With Children about Long Distance Arrangements

Interstate child custody arrangements pose unique challenges for parents. Speak with a Dallas child custody lawyer to make sure you have the best arrangement possible, and explore ways to make long-distance co-parenting work better for you and your child. 

The first step to any successful parenting endeavor is to keep the lines of communication open. Talk with your children about the new family structure about what will happen in the new custody plan. At first, your son or daughter might express anger, fear and uncertainty about the upcoming changes.

Kids thrive when there’s stability and predictability, and they tend to feel anxious when they don’t know what to expect. Give them as much detail as possible about how the new parenting schedule will play out, and give them time to prepare for their travel days. Depending on your child’s age, it might help to give them a colorful calendar that they can use to mark visiting dates.

Communication between you and your ex is important too during this transitional time. If one or both of you have moved since the divorce, make the most of phone calls and emails to keep your schedules and plans straight. Let your ex know that you’d rather not have the kids be messengers between you two, and let your children know that they can talk with you about any worries, fears or questions they might have about the custody plan.

With good communication and persistence, you can help your children adjust to interstate child arrangements.

Contacting a Dallas Child Custody Lawyer

At Warren & Migliaccio, our goal is to protect you and your family so that you can take the necessary steps to proactively plan for your future. When financial circumstances outside of your control threaten your well-being, take control of your situation and contact our Dallas law firm. We’ll guide you through the legal process so you can make informed decisions and choose the best course of action. If a personalized, teamwork-driven approach sounds like what you need for your case, call 1-888-584-9614 today. We’re here to help.