--- title: "Child Custody" url: https://ffmediation.com/category/child-custody/ type: term taxonomy: category taxonomy_label: "Category" count: 16 lang: en --- # Child Custody ## Latest entries - [Can You Lose Custody in CA for Not Co-Parenting? 2026](https://ffmediation.com/can-you-lose-custody-not-co-parenting-california/) — Choosing whether or not to stay, or to move out during a divorce, is an emotionally challenging and legally complex decision at the start of a separation or divorce process. In this guide, we will walk you through exactly how moving out impacts your divorce, when it’s advisable to stay, and how to protect yourself legally if you need to go. - [9 Things That Can be Used Against You in a Custody Battle CA](https://ffmediation.com/9-things-used-against-you-in-a-custody-battle-california/) — Are you facing a custody battle? One missed step— whether it is a late-night text message or a careless social media post, or even something you said to your child—can change the outcome of any court decision when you are least expecting it. This article will explain that process and bring you through everything that can be used against you in court and how to avoid them. - [Preparing for Child Custody Mediation with a Narcissist? Best 4 Tips!!](https://ffmediation.com/child-custody-mediation-with-a-narcissist/) — Having to co-parent alongside a clinically diagnosed narcissist can be challenging. A lot more than challenging, actually. Narcissists specifically can be difficult to be around on top of being emotionally draining. But there are ways to help you cope for the sake of your child, and how to stand up for your boundaries. - [How Can a Father Lose Visitation Rights? | Top 12 Reasons](https://ffmediation.com/how-can-a-father-lose-visitation-rights/) — If you have visitation rights, your time with your child is limited. It’s important that you maximize the time you have with your child to develop deeper bonds that benefit your child. However, you may also be concerned that you are going to receive less time if the custodial parent changes their mind. If that’s a concern you have, it’s important to know how you can lose the visitation you do have. - [How to Win Child Custody Mediation | 7 Successful Tips](https://ffmediation.com/how-to-win-child-custody-mediation/) — If you’ve been in a custody battle with your spouse and you are wondering what it will take to succeed in custody mediation, you have come to the right place. If you don’t already know what mediation is, it is a process where you and your spouse use a trained mediator to act as a third party neutral. Mediation is one of the best ways to make sure your children’s interests are the priority. - [Top 9 Reasons a Judge Will Modify Child Custody](https://ffmediation.com/9-reasons-a-judge-will-modify-child-custody/) — If you have a custody agreement with your ex-spouse/partner and wonder, “Why would a judge modify the arrangement?” you have come to the right place. We will discuss why a judge would do this and how you can file for such a change if these reasons apply to your situation. - [Can You Move Out of State with a Child and No Custody Agreement?](https://ffmediation.com/moving-out-of-state-with-child-no-custody-agreement/) — You could be contemplating whether divorce is even worth it if you have a child with your spouse. The first thing that runs through your head is all the questions – where do I go? What do I do? You may think that you have no options and must stay in an unhappy marriage, but that’s not true. - [Understanding Visitation Rights in California | Families First Mediation](https://ffmediation.com/visitation-rights-in-california/) — Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content Looking for Expert Help? Dina Haddad and her team provide expert... - [Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: 7 Essential Tips for Success](https://ffmediation.com/co-parenting-narcissist-7-tips/) — Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content Looking for Expert Help? Dina Haddad and her team provide expert... - [Custodial Parents: Roles, Responsibilities, and Custody Types](https://ffmediation.com/custodial-parents-roles-responsibilities-custody-types/) — Custodial Parent: Roles, Responsibilities and Custody Types Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content... - [Do’s & Don’ts of a Custody Mediation ](https://ffmediation.com/dos-and-donts-of-custody-mediation/) — Do’s & Don’ts of a Custody Mediation Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content Looking for Expert... - [What Not to Say in Child Custody Mediation [Updated 2026]](https://ffmediation.com/what-not-to-say-in-child-custody-mediation/) — Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Contents Looking for Expert Help? Dina Haddad and her team provide expert... - [Developing a Successful Timeshare Plan](https://ffmediation.com/developing-a-successful-timeshare-plan-2/) — Developing a Successful Timeshare Plan Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content Looking for Expert Help?... - [Divorce and Children: Importance of a Detailed Parenting Plan](https://ffmediation.com/divorce-and-children-importance-of-a-detailed-parenting-plan/) — Divorce and Children: Importance of a Detailed Parenting Plan Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content... - [The Importance of a Detailed Parenting Plan](https://ffmediation.com/the-importance-of-a-detailed-parenting-plan/) — The Importance of a Detailed Parenting Plan Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content Looking for Expert... - [Developing a Successful Timeshare Plan](https://ffmediation.com/developing-a-successful-timeshare-plan/) — Dina HaddadFounder Attorney-Mediator and California's Top-Rated Super Lawyer View Profile Facebook Linkedin X-twitter Youtube Content Looking for Expert Help? 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