Update: transition days are actually getting better

Dec 30·1 min read

Remember me? Posted a few months back about how every pickup was a battle - kids crying, mom being cold, general tension. Started doing transition differently. Instead of picking them up right at the house, I started meeting at a coffee shop nearby (mom waits inside, kids come out to me). Gave it two weeks. Now they're actually excited to see me. Mom even waved today which... yeah that made my week lol. Wanted to share in case anyone else is struggling with this.

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TTim K.RegularDec 30

This is the kind of update we need to see more of. Co-parenting is hard but it sounds like you're both putting in the work. The kids will remember this effort when they're older.

TTim B.RegularDec 31

Really happy to hear this update. I remember your first post and it sounded incredibly stressful for everyone involved. How are the kids handling the transitions now?

SSam Y.RegularDec 30

This gives me hope honestly. We're about 3 months into split schedules and still having the crying battles every handoff. Glad to know it actually does get better.

GGrant C.RegularJan 1

That's awesome. Kids are really resilient when both parents stay on the same page. Sounds like you and their mom figured out how to co-parent well even with the separation.

SSteve L.RegularJan 1

So glad to hear things are improving. Those transition days were rough to read about last time. What changed? Did you guys adjust the schedule or did the kids just get more used to it?