In this episode, Michael Flores, LPC-S and Jennifer Blake, LCSW-S, talk about the importance of intentionally planning for your family in the event of divorce. Just like a wedding requires coordination and preparation, a divorce—especially when children are involved—benefits from thoughtful, collaborative planning. Michael and Jennifer discuss how communication between both parties can make all the difference in creating a smoother, healthier transition. They explore the value of discussing the practical pieces early on: where the children will live, how you’ll make decisions moving forward, and what your parenting plan will look like for visits, holidays, and day-to-day routines. They also highlight the importance of outlining how you will co-parent together and what communication will look like so that each person knows what to expect from the other. And of course, they touch on the legal components that will need to be finalized—such as custody agreements, child support, and other court-required decisions. By planning ahead with clarity and child-focused intention, families can navigate divorce with greater stability, predictability, and care.

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