Custody disputes can be emotionally exhausting—not just for parents, but especially for children. Whether you're going through a divorce or facing post-divorce conflicts, it’s natural to worry about how it will affect your child.

If you're going through a custody case or working out a parenting plan, you've probably heard the phrase "best interest of the child." It's a term that comes up in almost every family law case involving kids—but what does it actually mean in real life?

When a child starts pulling away from a parent with no clear reason—and the other parent seems to be behind it—it can be heartbreaking. This is often what people are talking about when they mention parental alienation.