One of the things that ensures the successful combining of families is to acknowledge each family member’s individuality and what they bring to the family. (3 minutes 16 seconds read)
coParenting is difficult as it is, but it’s even more difficult with a narcissist. It’s a diagnosis that gets thrown around a lot when people break-up (4 minutes 16 seconds read)
Long parenting plans can work and don’t necessarily mean less time with your child overall. Adjustments for the child’s benefit may require change. (2 minutes 40 seconds read)
The truth is, the more you share with their other parent, the better parent — and coParent — you are. Being proactive, if your coParent won’t cooperate… (2 minutes 16 seconds read)
For a child to thrive, especially in co-parenting situations, they need to have consistency in as many aspects of parenting as possible including discipline. (2 minutes 5 seconds read)
The dreaded words “That’s not how we do it at Mom’s (or Dad’s) house”. As much as we would like to coordinate, things may differ from house to house. (2 minutes 32 seconds read)
Hear advice from professional, Dr. Jann Blackstone, on what to do when your child wants can change the parenting plan you and your co-parent agreed upon. (3 minutes 6 seconds read)
Dear Dr. Jann, things went really fast when I met my partner. How and when is it appropriate to meet my stepfamily? (3 minutes 2 seconds read)
Dealing with a difficult ex while coParenting? Here’s what you need to know to get past conflict for the well-being of your child. (3 minutes 5 seconds read)
Dr. Jann answers a coParent’s question about a new relationship after divorce and its impact on her children and coParent. (2 minutes 23 seconds read)
Dr. Jann answers the question of whether it’s appropriate for your partner to get presents for his ex with his children from divorce. (2 minutes 28 seconds read)
When a biological parent has been absent from their child’s life and wants back in often the only solution is therapy where everyone is involved. (2 minutes 42 seconds read)
Without knowing it, a coParents actions may discount the children’s biological mother but it may be obvious to the kids. (2 minutes 16 seconds read)
A misconception amongst parents who have raised their children- if a biological parent wants to come back into the child’s life they have every right to do so. (3 minutes 29 seconds read)
If you are thinking of getting a divorce your coParent, should be the first to know, not your kids. These secrets shouldn’t be shared with your kids first. (2 minutes 38 seconds read)
