Finally had a decent conversation with my ex about the kids

2d ago·1 min read

We haven't been able to talk about anything besides logistics in like two years. But today she called about our son's reading struggles and we actually discussed it like two adults who care about him. We agreed to both talk to his teacher and check in. It wasn't weird or awkward like it usually is. I don't know why I'm posting this but it felt like progress and I needed to acknowledge it somewhere. Divorce sucks but maybe we can actually co-parent better now.

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VVic H.Regular2d ago

Two years is a long time to be stuck in logistics mode, so this is real progress. Even just being able to talk about what the kids need makes co-parenting so much better for everyone involved.

PPhil C.Regular2d ago

That's awesome man. When you can actually work together on the kids' stuff instead of just handling pickups and dropoffs, it changes everything. Hope the reading thing clicks for your son soon.

AAaron T.New Dad2d ago

That's the kind of conversation that actually helps the kids. When mom and dad can focus on what your son needs instead of just getting through the day, it makes a huge difference. Good stuff.

PPedroNew Dad1d ago

Those moments matter more than you might think. The kids feel it when you and the ex can actually get along. It takes a load off them knowing the adults aren't constantly at odds.

CColin M.New Dad1d ago

This is really the goal of co-parenting. When you can actually communicate about what the kids need instead of everything being tense. Glad you got a decent conversation. Keep feeding that.

RRob H.Regular1d ago

That's huge, man. Two years is a long time to be stuck in logistics mode. Even just being able to talk about the kids as people instead of schedules is a win. Hope this opens the door for more of that.