Sorry, but this is simply not true. Parallel parenting is designed to disengage parents and is akin to a train track. Each parent actively parents on independent rails with limited points of communication across the ties, and only when necessary. Parallel parenting...
When you have kids, it’s important to try and avoid stressful situations with your coparent. Part of being a parent is protecting your child from as much stress as possible. Unfortunately, that’s not always possible. However, if you If you sense that face...
It can be challenging to remain calm and level-headed when co-parenting with someone you don’t see eye-to-eye with. It’s important to remember that there is a difference between reacting and responding. Reacting is when you let your emotions take over and...
Do you know how to recognize the triggers in your co-parenting relationship? Triggers are the actions, thoughts, and feelings that upset you, anger you, shock you or otherwise evoke strong emotion. In other words, they set you off! Learning to identify these...
Looking after yourself is an important part of being a great parent for your kids. Especially if you have a difficult co-parent. If you are stressed, tired, overwhelmed, or completely burnt out, it can feel impossible to give your kids the kind of attention they need...