Abuse should never be considered discipline and good discipline should never be
abusive. But in the heat of a disciplinary moment, particularly one fraught with stress, Massachusetts parents can quickly approach the border of abuse before they even realize it. The speed at which correcting a child can turn into damaging a child makes it hard to pump the breaks, and even harder to be self-aware enough to recognize the danger.
What is the Difference Between Discipline and Abuse of a Massachusetts Child?
The Best Apps For Controlling and Limiting Massachusetts Kids Screen Time
Today's smartphones offer near limitless access to information, but they als
o access porn, violent imagery, and other disturbing content your Massachusetts children might not be ready to see. And then there's the very real possibility of addiction to the device's entertainment. But, rest assured, with the rise of these devices' ubiquity has come a number of parental control devices and apps that help you do everything from block problematic sites to set weekly screen-time limits.
Communication Is Important for Massachusetts Co-Parents Preparing for Back-to-School
As a Massachusetts parent, you are likely to be feeling a mix of emotions about
sending your children back to school. On one hand, it is a little sad that summer will soon be over, but on the other hand, you could probably stand a little extra quiet time after being around your children more consistently. If you share co-parenting responsibilities with your former partner, however, back-to-school is a perfect time to re-evaluate your rules, boundaries, and other elements of your parenting arrangements.
Massachusetts Model Parenting Plan For Children: 12 Months to 24 Months
The Massachusetts Model Parenting Plans are not mandatory or presumptive. They
do not represent the"law". They are not intended to be strict guidelines; nor do they indicate that there should be aminimum or maximum amount of parenting time for either parent.
Massachusetts Model Parenting Plan For Children: Birth to 12 Months
Through the collective work of a Massachusetts Task Force of judges, lawyers,
probation officers and mental health professionals, a Model Parenting Plan has been created combining the latest research on the needs of children with the experience of professionals who have worked extensively with children and families going through divorce and separation.
What is a Massachusetts Child Custody Bond?
A Massachusetts Child Custody Bond is a type of court bond that is designed t
o provide a preventative guarantee to protect children and offer financial support and resources for parents.
Massachusetts Fathers Guide To Not Missing Out on Your Child's Childhood
Being there isn't enough - a good Massachusetts dad is a present dad. That means
savoring every moment with your child, putting away your smartphone, and living mindfully. Alas, like anything worthwhile, it takes practice. Lots of practice. "Presence is focusing on right now, rather than having your awareness on something in the future, or worrying about the past," marriage and family according to therapist David Klow. "It's training our minds to focus on the depth of the moment rather than fleeing to go somewhere else."
How to Lower Your Massachusetts Child Support
Updating or correcting your Massachusetts child support does not make you less of a father or
mother; it just means you'll have more money to spend on your child in different ways. The child support guidelines have a formula that is based on a number of factors. And if your child support is too high or calculated incorrectly, you are actually doing your child a disservice. The entire point of child support is that it's supposed to make sure that your child is comfortable and, well, supported wherever they may be. If you're paying child support above and beyond the guidelines, then you cannot support your child the way that they require when they visit with you. To that end, here are some things to consider.
How to Serve a Massachusetts Service Member Who is Deployed - By Email
Service of U.S. state court paperwork is similar to serving on exclusive federal land
- the Army, for example, will first ascertain whether the servicemember will voluntarily accept service. If not, the requesting party is advised that he/she must comply with the requirements of the host nation or Hague Convention on the Service Abroad of Judicial and Extrajudicial Documents in Civil or Commercial Matters.
Infographic: Sharenting or Parenting: What Kind of Massachusetts Parent Are You?
You might not be familiar with the term, but chances are either you or your Massachusetts friends are "guilty" of it. Sharenting refers to parents oversharing information and pictures of their children on social media. Sounds a little bit more familiar now, doesn't it? This infographic looks at sharenting and parenting so you can see what kind of parent you are.
