We’re divorced and ‘birdnesting’ — it’s the only way to protect our children

We’re divorced and ‘birdnesting’ — it’s the only way to protect our children

Who says you can’t have your nest and leave it too? A divorced couple in Washington state is going viral for their unconventional — and surprisingly harmonious — custody arrangement known as “birdnesting.” Devin Justine and Brendan Cleary, both 33, decided to end their eight-year marriage when Justine was six months pregnant with their second … Read more

My ex and I tried a birdnesting divorce — here’s how it can help your kids

My ex and I tried a birdnesting divorce — here’s how it can help your kids

It’s divorce, done differently. An unusual trend has emerged among separating parents eager to protect their children from the devastating effects of divorce. After most splits, a family home is sold, leading to upheaval for offspring forced to shuttle between two new places. But in a “birdnesting divorce,” the family home is kept intact, with … Read more