A judge can deny a child support modification request when there's no solid proof of a real change in circumstances, or when it looks like the change was engineered on purpose to lower a payment. Courts don't rubber-stamp these requests. They want evidence, and they want a reason that holds up. Most people assume that once you file, the new number just gets approved. That's not how it works. Judges are required to follow specific state formulas when determining child support, and a request … [Read more...]

Many people think addiction begins with a bad decision or a lack of self control. While that is true, this is not always the case for a few individuals, as their story starts much earlier than that, sometimes long before drugs or alcohol ever enter the picture. Childhood experiences shape how people handle stress, relationships, emotions, and pain later in life. When those early years involve neglect, instability, or emotional harm, the effects often stay much longer than expected. In many … [Read more...]

It usually starts small. A little tickle in the throat. A bedtime cough. A restless night that sends you reaching for the humidifier, extra pillows, and warm fluids. For many families, that’s exactly how a normal cold begins. Most short-term coughs in children improve with rest, hydration, and a little extra TLC. But not every cough is so simple. Sometimes the cough lingers. Sometimes it changes. Sometimes it comes with wheezing, fever, or breathing that just doesn’t look right. And in … [Read more...]

Locating quality childcare is more than just finding a local daycare. Certified child care centers comply with established educational parameters. They have systematic teacher training approaches and are subjected to external assessment quality procedures. Such measures guarantee developmentally appropriate learning experiences. There are a number of accredited centers that cater to Clive families. We look at them below: Primrose School of West Des Moines This is a reputable early … [Read more...]