Parenting Issues

As a marriage breaks down, divorcing parents have their family dynamics fundamentally change. The parties’ children bear the brunt of this impact. As their parents try to navigate the end of a phase of their lives, the children often get swept up in changes of what they have known their entire life. Co-parenting requires a thoughtful approach rooted in communication, flexibility, and a commitment to the well-being of the children when parties aren’t getting divorced. After divorce, these principles must be considered even more. 1. Communication Arguably the most common post-divorce parenting issue is poor communication between co-parents. When conversations are argumentative, strained or avoided, misunderstandings and resentment occur. It’s essential to maintain open, respectful, and child-focused communication. This blog has emphasized the use of…