My Ex-Husband Showers Our Kids with Too Many Gifts [Video] | Dr. Bonnie Weil

As if divorce isn't hard enough, what's a parent supposed to do when his or her ex is spoiling their kids with gifts in a shameless attempt to buy their love and loyalty?

In this video, Family & Relationship Therapist, Bestselling Author and YourTango Expert Dr. Bonnie Eaker Weil explains how very common this unfortunate experience is and what you can do when it happens to you. Dr. Bonnie calls the phenomenon Disney Dad. "Your ex-husband is trying to make up for the fact that he's not tucking the children in bed [at night],” she explains.

Want to learn more? Check out the video above.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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