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Remember, kids have rights during and after your divorce

On Behalf of | Jul 6, 2021 | Child Custody, Divorce

A sometimes devastating byproduct of divorce involves losing track of your children’s needs and their rights as individuals. Just because they are young and perhaps not ready to make their own decisions, that does not mean their rights are unimportant.

One of the best things you can do for your kids during and after a divorce in Chicago is to protect their rights. Doing so empowers your children and lets them know they matter to you.

Basic rights every child of divorce should have

A divorce is usually a challenging event for children. As a parent, you want to support them through the transition and help them cope with your breakup. Allowing them to have and exercise the following rights can help you both.

  • Enjoy their childhood. Let your kids be kids and enjoy themselves with safe and fun activities.
  • Be spared of parental conflict. Take measures to ensure any hostility between you and your co-parent does not affect your children.
  • Stability and routine. You may feel your life is in chaos, but your children should not have to feel this way. Be sure to give them stability by adhering to their usual routines whenever possible.
  • Parent-child relationships. Remember, your kids have the best chance of thriving through your divorce when they have relationships with both parents.
  • Self-expression. Your children have emotions, too, and they have the right to express them freely without fear of rejection by either parent.

These are just a few rights children deserve to have before, during and after a divorce. If you are already divorced and believe modifying your custody order or parenting plan can help your kids, learn more about your options by continuing to explore our website.