Coronavirus, Travel, and Long Distance Parents
So, COVID-19 is now a pandemic. That means discouraging travel and travel restrictions, among other things. This has long distance parents asking "what about my visitation?". Coronavirus and travel has…
Making the decision
How to Make the Decision to be Away from Your Child
The most common question I see long distance parents ask is 'How do I make the decision?'. That question is usually actually two questions : The more emotional question of…
Long Distance Parenting Tool Kit
Parenting is a skill-set and long distance parenting adds a layer of complexity. Long distance parenting is easier and less stressful with the right long distance parenting tools on hand.…
Ideas for Long Distance Parents to do for and with Your Kids
A common question that long distance parents have is 'how can I stay close to my child, when I'm long distance?'. Of course, there are a ton of ways to…
The Power of Positivity, and Forgiveness
About 6 months ago, I said to a friend that I could never forgive my ex for what she'd done. "I'm not Ghandi" I said, "...and I never will be".…
College as Long Distance Parenting
My son went off to college last fall. In many ways, it was the end of what had been a very long long distance co-parenting saga. He would turn 18 shortly after leaving…