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Choosing Friends or Family as a Child's Legal Guardian

Making decisions about guardianship can be tough for parents. Do you choose family or friends? This blog post dives into this question and stresses the importance of preparation and communication for your child's future.

Guardianship: What Every Parent Should Know

Who will step into the role of guardian and what will their responsibilities be?

Preparing for Your First Parents-Only Vacation: Top 10 Essential Steps

Here are the top 10 things you should do before embarking on your first parents-only vacation.

Do Godparents Automatically Assume Legal Guardianship?

Here's why godparents do not automatically assume guardianship.

Choosing a Guardian: Important Considerations

Here are the key factors to consider when appointing a guardian for your children.

Your Guide to Witnessing in Massachusetts

Here is how to make sure your guardianship designation form is legally binding.

Here is Why Legal Guardianship Matters

What exactly does it entail to hold the title of Legal Guardian?

Do I Need a Will to Designate a Guardian for My Children?

Haven't gotten around to creating a will? You can designate a guardian without one in many states.

What Happens if I Die Without Nominating a Guardian for my Children?

It's not the most uplifting thought, but planning ahead is so critical.

What Actually Happens if you Don't Designate a Guardian?

What happens if you don't designate a guardian for your children.

Considering Going Back to School as a Mom? Go for it.

To all moms considering returning to school later in their careers, know that it is absolutely possible and can be an incredibly rewarding journey. Here's why.

Five Questions to Ask Yourself When Selecting a Guardian for Your Children

While it's a topic no one enjoys thinking about, it's crucial for your peace of mind and your kids’ future.

Your Guide to Witnessing in Connecticut

How to make sure you properly witness your documents in Connecticut.

Your Guide to Witnessing in Colorado

How to make sure you properly witness your documents in Colorado.

Your Guide to Witnessing in Washington

How to make sure you properly witness your documents in Washington.

Your Guide to Witnessing in Texas

How to make sure you properly witness your documents in Texas.

Your Guide to Witnessing in Maine

How to make sure you propertly witness your documents in Maine.

Real Talk with Real Moms: An Interview with a Soon-to-Be Mom of Two

Welcome to Real Talk with Real Moms

Are Godparents a Legal Thing?

Godparents do not automatically assume legal guardianship

Five Questions to Ask Yourself When Selecting a Guardian for Your Children

While it's a topic no one enjoys thinking about, it's crucial for your peace of mind and your kids’ future.

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