Separation is difficult. It can be good to think ahead if you are considering separation. 

Here are three things to keep in mind.

If you have children, you must prioritize their best interests. The best interests of the children depend on the situation. 

Here are some tips:

A mediator is a neutral third party who helps two people reach an agreement. 

Child-Focused Parenting Plan Mediation is a free program that helps families to make a parenting plan. 

The mediation program can only help with parenting issues. The program does not: 

A parenting plan is an agreement between parents about how they will make decisions for their children and how they will spend time with their children.  

Parenting plans set out expectations and responsibilities for parenting. Making a parenting plan can be helpful for you, your co-parent, and your children.

Child-Focused Parenting Plan Mediation is a free program that helps families to make a parenting plan. In this program, parents meet with a mediator who helps them reach an agreement.

Parents must support their dependent children financially. Child support is the money you contribute to your dependent child’s financial well-being. 

A child is considered dependent if: