"Your divorce doesn't have to damage your children..., " Stahl assures, " ... especially if you limit your children's exposure to your conflicts." He knows parents are not perfect, and he uses that knowledge to show imperfect parents how to settle their differences in the best interests of the children. This revised and updated second edition features ideas from the latest research, more information on long-distance parenting, dealing with the courts, and working with a difficult co-parent. A realistic perspective on divorce and its effects on children, Parenting After Divorce features knowledgeable advice from an expert custody evaluator. Packed with real-world examples, this book avoids idealistic assumptions, and offers practical help for divorcing parents, custody evaluators, family court counselors, marriage and family therapists and others interested in the best interests of the children.

Navigating the challenges of co-parenting after divorce can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Co-Parenting Success: How to Raise Happy Kids After Divorce is a comprehensive guide designed to empower parents to create a supportive and nurturing environment for their children amidst the complexities of shared parenting. In this practical and insightful book, you will discover: Proven Strategies: Learn effective techniques for building a strong co-parenting partnership, even in the face of conflict or differing parenting styles. Communication Skills: Master the art of respectful dialogue and active listening to foster cooperation and minimize misunderstandings. Creating Stability: Understand how to establish routines and a stable home environment that supports your children’s emotional well-being. Conflict Resolution: Gain tools for managing disagreements constructively, ensuring a harmonious co-parenting relationship. Personal Stories: Benefit from relatable anecdotes and experiences that illustrate the ups and downs of co-parenting, providing practical insights you can apply to your own situation. Whether you are newly divorced or have been navigating co-parenting for some time, this book offers valuable guidance to help you raise happy, well-adjusted children. Join the journey toward co-parenting success and unlock the potential for a positive, collaborative parenting experience that prioritizes your children’s happiness. With the right tools and mindset, you can thrive as a co-parent and create a loving environment that supports your children’s growth and resilience. Take the first step toward a brighter future for your family today!

How to raise happy, healthy children in two-home families.

"About half of marriages end in divorce, and children of divorced parents experience higher rates of psychological problems. Children's healthy development depends on having continued access to both parents, and Divorce and Co-parenting: A Support Guide for the Modern Family details how parents can work together during and after a divorce for the sake of their children. The authors, a psychiatrist and an attorney, provide a wealth of information for parents, including how to tell children about the divorce; what to expect from the legal processes of mediation, arbitration, and custody; and how to help children deal with their responses to the divorce. Consideration is given to difficulties encountered by both parents and children, with extensive coverage of parenting time, disciplinary issues, establishing a support system or stepfamily, and danger signals that indicate professional help is warranted. A helpful question and answer section and resources are provided, and the book makes liberal use of case examples to help guide the entire family through a difficult transitional time"--

A successful co-parenting relationship is as vital to your child's well-being and health as nutritious food or proper exercise. Research, anecdotal evidence, and plain common sense all point to the fact that children are happier, healthier, and better adjusted when both of their parents play an active role in their lives. Studies also show that the trauma children experience in the wake of a divorce or separation can be lessened when they see their parents getting along. Kids whose parents successfully co-parent feel more secure than those who have limited or no connection to one of their parents post divorce. Co-Parenting 101 is based on the premise that co-parenting is a must, not an option. The involvement of both parents—not just the primary guardian—is the cornerstone of successful co-parenting. This is the first book written by a formerly married couple for whom co parenting is central to their day to day lives, and it offers a comprehensive, personal, and upfront look at how to effectively raise kids with an ex-spouse. Authors Deesha Philyaw and Michael D. Thomas, the creators of the popular co-parenting website, co-parenting101.org, share their own experiences raising their children together, as well as provide professional advice from co-parenting experts. Through practical tips combined with expert parental strategies, this book a great resource for divorced parents with children. For parents, less time stressed out about legal wrangling means more time to be fully present and engaged with the children. By learning to put their animosity aside, parents can focus on putting their kids first.

This insightful guide offers practical advice and tools for divorced or separated parents who are seeking to co-parent effectively despite the challenges of a fractured relationship. From communication techniques to setting boundaries, this book explores every aspect of successful co-parenting and provides valuable insights on how to navigate co-parenting with grace and respect. Readers will learn how to prioritize the needs of their children above all else, fostering a sense of stability and security during the transition from a unified family unit to separate households. By embracing open and honest communication, parents can work together to create a cohesive co-parenting plan that puts their children first. Through the exploration of common co-parenting struggles and solutions, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of raising children in two separate homes. Co-Parenting Harmonyalso delves into the emotional challenges that often accompany co-parenting, providing guidance on how to manage feelings of resentment, guilt, and anger in a healthy and productive manner. By cultivating a mindset of cooperation and collaboration, parents can create a nurturing and supportive co-parenting dynamic that promotes the well-being of their children. With a focus on building a strong co-parenting relationship based on mutual respect and understanding, Co-Parenting Harmonyempowers parents to embrace their new roles and navigate the complexities of co-parenting with confidence and grace. By implementing the strategies outlined in this book, readers can cultivate a harmonious co-parenting experience that lays the foundation for a bright and promising future for their children.

A valuable parenting guide for divorced or separated couples with kids, this handbook offers tools for navigating conflicts and setting boundaries so both children and co-parents can thrive Parents need help to confidently take on the challenges of guiding children through divorce or separation and raising them skillfully in 2 homes. The authors, both trusted divorce and co-parenting coaches, provide the road map for all family members to safely navigate the difficult emotional terrain through separation/divorce and beyond. The authors offer reassuring well-tested guidance, including advice on: • The emotional impact of separation for both parents and kids • Conflict and mediation • Settling into a 2-home family • Respectful communication and decision making • Managing finances • Co-parenting at holidays and events • Introducing new adults into children’s lives With strategies to help resolve day-to-day issues, create boundaries, and establish guidelines for a wide range of families and experiences, this accessible manual is a must have for co-parents.

Karen L. Kristjanson shares the stories of a variety of divorced and separated couples who co-parent. Effective co-parenting, or sharing significant parenting time with an ex-spouse, is one of the best gifts separated parents can give to their children. The interviews in Co-Parenting from the Inside Out are with real moms and dads in diverse circumstances, showing them making choices, sometimes struggling, and often growing. Their stories offer insights into wise decision-making, as well as practical strategies that strengthen families. Parents can see that they are not alone as they navigate their feelings and build a future. While pain exists in most stories, there is also hope. Co-parents often feel that they have become more confident and compassionate, and parent better than before. The effects of their personal growth and their children’s are the silver lining in the dark pain of divorce. Karen L. Kristjanson has brought together real life co-parenting stories that inspire separated parents and help them understand co-parenting better, offering practical tips and tools that directly benefit families.

A positive, mindful plan for children and parents in transition! If you're facing the challenge of raising children in two homes, you may be feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to build a healthy coparenting relationship. With The Conscious Parent's Guide to Coparenting, you'll learn how to take a relationship-centered approach to parenting, foster forgiveness, and find constructive ways to move on when relationships change. Coparenting means putting your child's needs first. And conscious parenting acknowledges a child's thoughts, feelings, and needs, as well as a parent's responsibility to them. This easy-to-use handbook helps you to: Build a coparenting relationship based on mutual respect Lower stress levels for the entire family Communicate openly with children about divorce Discuss and reach parenting decisions together Protect children, meet their needs, and help them build resilience Educate your family and friends about coparenting The concept of ending a marriage peacefully, with compassion and respect for former partners, is often viewed with surprise in modern society. But choosing to consciously coparent is an important choice you can make for yourself and your children--one that will benefit the emotional health of your family for years to come.

This book explores issues pertaining to divorce and children, including children's rights in divorce, custody and visitation decisions, the duties of the parents during divorce, and blended families. Essays debate each issue, allowing readers to think critically while learning new information.