Hope 4 Families™ Programs

Issue #3 What Happens When a Parent Violates a Court-Ordered Parenting Plan? Dear Reader, So, you're either going through a custody situation or just curious about what actually happens when a parent breaks the rules of a court-ordered parenting plan. Either way, I'm glad you're here because it’s not exactly something they teach you in school, right? Parenting plans are like roadmaps for co-parents. They’re designed to lay out exactly when and where kids will be, who picks them up from...

Issue #10 When a Child Won’t Choose: Understanding Emotional Shutdown and Loyalty Conflicts in High-Conflict Co-Parenting Dear Reader, You’re at a restaurant. You ask your child what they’d like to eat—and they freeze. No response. Just silence. What seems like hesitation or defiance may actually point to something deeper: a child caught in an emotional tug-of-war between their parents. Especially in high-conflict custody situations, a child's behavior often reflects intense inner...

Issue #2 What Judges Consider When Deciding Where a Child Should Live Dear Reader, Let’s be real when parents split up, one of the hardest, most emotional decisions is figuring out where the child will live. It's not just about who gets the bigger share of furniture or which car someone drives off with. We're talking about a child’s entire life where they’ll sleep, who helps with homework, who sees their first heartbreak up close, and who gets the morning cuddles. And when parents can’t...

Issue #1 The Ultimate Chore Chart for Kids: Age-Appropriate Cleaning Tasks Dear Reader, Let’s be honest, getting kids to do chores isn’t always a walk in the park. Some days it feels like you're negotiating a hostage release over who’s going to feed the dog or take out the trash. But deep down, we know it’s important. Teaching kids responsibility, accountability, and life skills starts at home, and assigning age-appropriate cleaning tasks is a great way to make it happen. So, if you’ve ever...

Your Family Resource Hub A New Era for Share Parenting: Join the Movement Dear Reader, Every day, across our country, children are impacted by outdated family court practices that too often limit their access to both loving parents. At Kids Need Both, Inc., we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to maintain strong, meaningful relationships with both parents—even after separation or divorce. As momentum grows behind the Shared Parenting movement, now is the time to come together...

Your Family Resource Hub Embracing Healthy Relationships This Valentine's Day Dear Reader, As Valentine's Day approaches, it's a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the relationships that enrich our lives. Whether it's with a partner, family member, or friend, fostering healthy connections is essential for our well-being. But before we dive in, here are some resources to help you nurture your relationships: Recommended Resources A Happy Child Co-Parenting CourseState Certified Family...

Your Family Resource Hub 🎉 Into the New Year: Reflect, Renew, Rebuild Dear Reader, The arrival of a new year is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s an opportunity to pause, reflect, and envision the future we want to create. For many, it’s a season of hope and renewal, a time to let go of what no longer serves us and embrace the changes we wish to see. But before we dive in, here are some resources to help you get started: Recommended Resources New Year Goal-Setting Guide for...

Connections & Solutions: Your Family Resource Hub Make a Difference in the Lives of Families in Crisis Dear Reader, Today is Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity and giving back. This year, we invite you to partner with us at Kids Need Both, Inc. to create lasting change for children and families navigating complex challenges like child custody conflicts, family instability, and domestic violence. Every day, families turn to us through Hope4Families programs for critical resources,...

Connections & Solutions: Your Family Resource Hub Navigate Holiday Custody with Ease Practical tips and a free guide to help you this holiday season. “Supporting Families, Strengthening Bonds” Holiday Custody Transitions Made Easier Hi Reader, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the unique challenges many families face during the holidays, especially when navigating child custody arrangements. For families experiencing custody conflict, the holidays can bring an added layer of stress to an...