Celebrating a win - finally got a real co-parenting groove

Apr 141 min read

Wanted to share some good news after months of fighting. My ex and I sat down last month and actually talked like adults about the kids' schedules and what works best. Turns out she was stressed about the exact same things I was. We set up a shared Google calendar, we text instead of call (keeps things documented and less emotional), and we're both actually sticking to it. I know this sounds basic but for us it's huge. If you're struggling with co-parenting, seriously try the calendar thing and keep communication in writing. It changed everything for us.

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Comments(10)

DDerekRegularApr 15

This right here. This is everything. Co-parenting actually clicking is huge for the kids and for your sanity. What was the turning point that made you guys actually sit down and hash it out?

BBrandonRegularApr 16

This gives me hope honestly. We're still in the rough patch of co-parenting and seeing posts like this that things can actually improve helps.

KKevinRegularApr 14

Celebration is totally warranted. Those months of fighting drain you more than people realize. Having a real groove now means you can actually just focus on being the best dad you can be.

BBrandonRegularApr 14

This deserves to be celebrated. Months of fighting is exhausting for everyone. The kids feel it, you feel it, your ex feels it. Getting to a real groove where you're working together changes everything.

MMitchell R.RegularApr 14

This is what we need more of in this forum honestly. Everyone's always asking how to handle conflict but nobody talks about how good it feels when you finally figure it out. Nice work.

PPedroRegularApr 14

This is awesome to hear man. Getting to that groove takes forever so props for putting in the work. The kids always feel it when their parents are actually getting along.

JJustinNew DadApr 15

Seriously congrats. I know how hard it is to go from fighting all the time to actual cooperation. That's a huge win for your whole family.

RRyanRegularApr 15

So good to hear man. When ex and I finally got on the same page about stuff it made everything easier. Kids pick up on it too when things are stable. Congrats on getting there.

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DDaniel R.RegularApr 15

That's huge man. Co-parenting after a split is rough. Once you and your ex can actually communicate without all the fighting, everything gets better for the kids too. Congrats on turning that corner.

PPhil M.RegularApr 15

What changed for you guys? Like what made the actual conversation finally happen and stick?