From time to time we compile the best of our Parent eSource posts on particular topics and make them available for our readers. Today we’re featuring the top four posts from our contributing authors on Children and Divorce.

Guidelines for a Divorced Parent in Getting Financial Aid [Part 1 & 2] by Lisa C. Decker, CDFA - Getting financial aid for your child’s college education requires that you get a basic understanding of how college financial aid is calculated. However, there are a few things that you need to know first before anything else.

Divorce is Tough – Even Tougher on Teens! by Rosalind Sedacca, CCT - We all know divorce is tough on families. Everyone is affected, especially the children. In most cases, the older the children, the more complex the reaction and more difficult the adaptation. There are many reasons why.

Pets Help Families Through Divorce: Here are 6 Reasons Why by Rosalind Sedacca, CCT - Can a pet be helpful to your children during a divorce and the transition after? In my opinion, without a doubt! If your family has one or more pets, let your children have access to them as much as they desire. There is a great emotional benefit to them and your children are fortunate that the pets they love can still be in their lives.