Co-parenting after a separation or divorce can be difficult but establishing healthy boundaries can establish a sense of stability for everyone involved especially for you and your children.
Here are a some very important considerations:
- Establish expectations for communication (ex: text messaging, emailing, co-parenting apps).
- Outline days and times that each parent will have with the children.
- Decide how you will make joint decisions regarding your children.
- Establish reasonable and clear financial agreements.
- Do not put children in the middle of your frustrations with your ex- it is not their fault the relationship did not work out.
- Communicate directly with each other instead of putting the children in the middle and involving children in adult matters.
- Avoid interfering with one another’s personal relationships or dating life.
- Respect each other’s personal space and maintain clear boundaries during exchanging of the children.
Keep in mind that an amicable relationship with your ex and respectful communication is key to successful co-parenting.
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