As adults, we all know divorce is difficult. Even if we haven’t experienced it firsthand, it’s obvious that divorce is one of the hardest things adult deal with in life. When it happens, the shock may be lessened a bit by the hazardous warning signs ahead. In other words, when we take the divorce leap, we naturally brace for the hard landing.

But what about your children? They may not be as aware as you are about what divorce means, how it works, and what effect it may have on them. One of their first questions may be, “Where am I going to live?” When it comes to making important decisions for your children, you must determine what is in their best interests, not necessarily yours. You and your soon-to-be-ex should try to come up with a custody agreement that works for both of you, but puts your children’s needs and happiness first.

This can be a tricky negotiation, but it can also be done in a way that benefits everyone. Jeannette Moninger’s article on Parents.com hits upon some basic points to consider when creating a custody agreement. Read the full article here.