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Articles related to "Noncustodial"
STEPPARENTS: THE NONCUSTODIAL PARENT A stepparent may arrive without children, but have a family that lives elsewhere. This presents a unique circumstance which can require special attention. stepparents • stepfamilies • noncustodial • stepfather • stepmother
ADJUSTING: AN INTRODUCTION When a blended family is formed, it takes time for all the members to adjust to the changes. Every aspect of their life together is affected to some degree, and becoming used to it requires patience, compromise, and sometimes even humor. blended family • families • biological parents • custody • noncustodial parents
How to Calculate Child Support Alabama law provides a specific formula for calculating child support known as the Rule 32 Guidelines. Support can be determined by using Form CS-42. child support • alabama child support • alabama divorce • child custody • alabama child custody
STEPPARENTS AND CUSTODY: PART TWO A continuation of the look at different types of custody arrangements and how families cope with them, including consideration of the legal situation for stepparents. stepparents • stepmothers • stepfathers • custody • stepchildren
STEPPARENTS: MISCELLANEOUS LINKS A look at the Ten Steps for Steps, feelings about the previous spouse, interventions, loyalty conflicts, and a good marriage as the base for building a blended family. stepparents • stepmothers • stepfathers • stepchildren • biological parents
STEPPARENTS AND ADOPTION: PART ONE Not every stepparent adopts the partner's biological children, but many do. This isn't necessarily a difficult procedure, and can offer a number of advantages for the family. stepparents • adoption • family • stepmother • stepfather
STEPPARENTS WORKING OUTSIDE THE HOME Stepparents who work outside the home often feel that they don't have much opportunity to get to know their new family. Although it takes some effort, the problem can be solved, and parents who have faced the challenge offer some tips. stepparents • stepfamilies • stepmother • stepfather • blended families
STEPPARENTS AND VACATIONS, PART 2 A family vacation can start a tradition for the new family, or can be a new adventure after a few years of doing something else. Choice of location is important, opinions of all family members matter, and the cost can have a major impact on the choice of a location. stepparents • step-parents • vacations • holiday • travel
STEPPARENTS AND CUSTODY: PART ONE One or both stepparents may have sole custody of their biological children, or one or both may share joint custody. There are many possible combinations in a blended family, and numerous challenges associated with each custodial situation. stepparents • blended families • stepchildren • biological parents • step-parents
How to Obtain an Uncontested Divorce Getting an uncontested divorce involves resolving issues in advance and properly completing a long list of court forms. uncontested divorce • answer and waiver • waiver divorce • no-fault divorce • alabama uncontested divorce
Stepmothers: Part 3 Presenting some additional articles that look at the pleasures and problems connected with stepmothering, and offer some tips on how to function effectively. stepparents • stepmother • discipline • punishment • step-parents
Stepparents and Adoption: Part Two Questions about stepparents adopting children arrive frequently, so it is time to take a look at what changes have developed since Part One. The courts in some U.S. states have made some adaptations to their Adoption Acts, but the literature suggests that there still is a long way to go. stepparents • adoption • legal • law • wills
STEPPARENTS AND HOLIDAYS, PART ONE Holidays usually are a time of excitement, ritual, and various traditions, with families gathering together to celebrate and enjoy. stepparents • stepparenting • stepfamilies • stepmother • stepfather
STEPPARENTS AND THE LEGAL SYSTEM Unless stepparents adopt the stepchildren, their legal situation is shaky. Work is being done to alter the situation, and articles are cited that describe proposed changes. stepparents • laws • legal system • stepfathers • stepmothers
Stepparents: December 2000 Review The review of web sites includes an item about handling holidays, the legalities involved in supporting stepchildren, a place to find an e-card for stepparents, and three items that deal with working out differences and creating a family. stepparents • discipline • punishment • step-parents • holidays
Stepfathers: Part 3 Here are a few articles from the internet that offer support and guidelines to stepfathers. The new responsibilities can seem totally overwhelming, but there is a light at the end of the tunnel. stepparents • stepfather • discipline • punishment • step-parents
Stepparents: Discipline Revisited - Part 1 Of the many adjustments stepparents have to make when they join their new family, probably disciplining the children ranks as the most difficult. Emphasis is placed on working out house rules with the bioparent, and presenting a united front to the children. stepparents • discipline • punishment • step-parents • step-mother
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This week I preview two upcoming tv movies, DARK PRINCE: THE TRUE STORY OF DRACULA and WHEN ANDREW CAME HOME; offer some news and notes from the world of television; and the CHARLIE'S ANGELS trivia contest. dracula • dark prince • c-span • election coverage • halloween |
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