Parenting is hard. And it’s no secret that communicating with a person who’s no longer your spouse can be even harder. Research has shown that when parents are able to put their differences aside and work to establish a post-divorce family that is not characterized by conflict, most children are able to adapt well to the changes in the family structure. We’re here to help you through the tough stuff.
Common goals for co-parenting:
Talk about the issues you find most difficult to discuss with your ex.
Get support making decisions regarding those things which cannot be different for a child living in two households (the school your child attends, medical decisions, team sports, etc.).
Identify and collaboratively discuss the decisions you can make separately for each of your households (bed times, food, houses of worship, etc.).
Agree on boundaries and behavioral guidelines for children.
Create an amicable relationship with your ex and protect children from unnecessary conflict
New & Seasoned Parents
Life with kids welcomes some expected (and unexpected!) challenges. Parent coaching sessions are meant to support you as parents, strengthen your ability to communicate effectively about your kids, and cope with the inevitable stressors of family life. Whether you’re adjusting to life with a newborn, have a difficult teen/tween, or college-aged adult children, our goal is to help you and your partner process your disagreements, collaboratively make decisions, validate each other’s feelings, and enjoy parenthood.
