Adopting a child is a process whether that child is coming from Kentucky or anywhere else in the country. One of the first steps in the adoption process is to meet with a child's birth mother. In many ways, this meeting is like a first date. As with a date, it is a...
Month: December 2018
You probably share your motivation to adopt with many people
Sometimes, Kentucky residents don't have much choice when it comes to expanding their families. Even so, a pregnancy may not have been planned, but after the initial shock wears off, everyone gets on board with welcoming the new addition into the home. This is not the...
Why debt causes relationship stress
A study conducted by Fidelity says that money may be a source of stress for many couples in Kentucky and throughout the nation. According to the survey, 40 percent of respondents said that debt had a negative impact on their relationships. It was not uncommon for...
Grandparents and custody rights
In Kentucky and other states, individuals may have the right to petition for custody rights to their grandchildren. A court could be willing to grant custody rights to grandparents in the event that the child's parent is abusive, unable to care for him or her or has...
How to plan for the holidays as a divorced parent
Divorced and separated parents in Northern Kentucky may wonder how to approach the holidays. The holidays can be stressful for anyone, but they are especially hard on divorced couples and their children. However, approaching the holidays with a pre-decided plan in...