Regardless of age, discipline is a challenge for many parents as children will inevitable find ways to challenge authority. Between acting out and testing boundary limits, these behaviors can create tension and disagreements between child and parent(s).
The best thing that parents can do during this time is to forge a solid bond of agreement regarding how discipline will be approached. Doing so can lower the chances of their child testing the waters and more likely to alter their behavior in a positive way.
When parents opt for a separation or divorce, disciplining children can become an even more difficult task. This is especially true when the parents are not on good terms. Mom and Dad need to be able to communicate regarding the parenting of their children even when emotions are high because of a difficult divorce.
Parental discord can leave room for your children to move into behavioral extremes, further pitting you and your former spouse against each other.
At Lambert Law, we have seen a variety of family circumstances and we are dedicated to helping you achieve the results we are looking for. Click here to contact a divorce lawyer in Vancouver WA who will advocate for you and your children.