Today, Kierstyn and Tiffany are discussing the challenges of high-conflict co-parenting in this episode. High-conflict co-parenting can be extremely challenging for parents and, more importantly, for the children involved. We discuss strategies in the episode to make high-conflict co-parenting a bit easier to cope with.
In their discussion, Kierstyn and Tiffany emphasize the importance of effective communication in high-conflict co-parenting situations, advocating for clear, respectful, and concise communication through written channels like emails and texts to prevent misunderstandings and heated arguments. They also stress the significance of setting boundaries around parenting responsibilities, visitation schedules, and communication frequency, highlighting the need for consistency in enforcing these boundaries.
Parallel parenting, a strategy that minimizes direct interaction with the other parent while fulfilling parental duties, is another approach they dive into, sharing its pros and cons based on their experiences. Conflict resolution techniques, including mediation, are discussed to navigate disputes and prioritize the child's best interests.
Additionally, they emphasize the importance of self-care for parents to cope with stress and tension, sharing personal self-care practices. Legal support, such as lawyers and custody agreements, is addressed to provide structure and clarity in contentious situations. They also touch upon the use of co-parenting apps and tools to facilitate communication and schedule management while reducing conflicts, offering recommendations for these resources.
Their aim is to provide valuable insights and support to parents grappling with the challenges of high-conflict co-parenting.
Listeners Favorite Moments
1️⃣0:00-0:50- Co-parenting is a life sentence…people think they’ll be able to parent well together after the marriage, but oftentimes, the other person is trying to counter-parent.
2️⃣1:55-3:05- People have an idea of what it will look like and are heartbroken if they can’t do that. Kierstyn talks about heartbreak with her two youngest when her older son leaves to go with his dad.
3️⃣13:48-15:52- Manipulative behavior, the story about a co-parent blocking another parent on the child’s phone.
4️⃣17:13-18:28- Parallel parenting…how it can backfire and harm the kids.
5️⃣21:51-23:01- Protect yourself. Stick to the custody agreement, choose what’s best for your child and you, even if you think you will get along with your ex just fine post-marriage.
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In their discussion, Kierstyn and Tiffany emphasize the importance of effective communication in high-conflict co-parenting situations, advocating for clear, respectful, and concise communication through written channels like emails and texts to prevent misunderstandings and heated arguments. They also stress the significance of setting boundaries around parenting responsibilities, visitation schedules, and communication frequency, highlighting the need for consistency in enforcing these boundaries.
Parallel parenting, a strategy that minimizes direct interaction with the other parent while fulfilling parental duties, is another approach they dive into, sharing its pros and cons based on their experiences. Conflict resolution techniques, including mediation, are discussed to navigate disputes and prioritize the child's best interests.
Additionally, they emphasize the importance of self-care for parents to cope with stress and tension, sharing personal self-care practices. Legal support, such as lawyers and custody agreements, is addressed to provide structure and clarity in contentious situations. They also touch upon the use of co-parenting apps and tools to facilitate communication and schedule management while reducing conflicts, offering recommendations for these resources.
Their aim is to provide valuable insights and support to parents grappling with the challenges of high-conflict co-parenting.
Listeners Favorite Moments
1️⃣0:00-0:50- Co-parenting is a life sentence…people think they’ll be able to parent well together after the marriage, but oftentimes, the other person is trying to counter-parent.
2️⃣1:55-3:05- People have an idea of what it will look like and are heartbroken if they can’t do that. Kierstyn talks about heartbreak with her two youngest when her older son leaves to go with his dad.
3️⃣13:48-15:52- Manipulative behavior, the story about a co-parent blocking another parent on the child’s phone.
4️⃣17:13-18:28- Parallel parenting…how it can backfire and harm the kids.
5️⃣21:51-23:01- Protect yourself. Stick to the custody agreement, choose what’s best for your child and you, even if you think you will get along with your ex just fine post-marriage.
EPISODE RESOURCE:
Download our brand new app: RECLAIM YOU! Apple iOS store and the Google Play store here:http://www.therelationshiprecovery.com/reclaimyou
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ott.therelationshiprecovery
NEED OUR SUPPORT?
Book a Discovery Call with us and begin to heal: https://therelationshiprecovery.as.me/schedule.php
Should I Stay or Should I Go Course:https://www.therelationshiprecovery.com/stayorgo
Breakup Book of Affirmations: https://www.therelationshiprecovery.com/product-page/the-breakup-book-of-affirmations Follow us: Instagram:
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