Co-Parenting Tips

When a relationship ends, caregivers of young children must often adjust their co-parenting approach.

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Provided by Zero to Three, below are some tips from Rebecca Parlakian, MA, Ed. on how to develop and maintain a healthy co-parent relationship that continues to help children feel safe and secure.

1. Remember your new roles (and new boundaries).

2. Keep your child at the center of your co-parenting work.

3. Let go to grow.

4. Let your children love your co-parent.

5. Text carefully.

6. Figure out what works for effective communication.

7. Assume the best.

8. Take care of yourself.

To read the full article, visit the Zero to Three website.