Co-parenting: Baby Mama meets up with ex's new partner
One East Coaster has sparked an interesting conversation...
Whose responsibility is it to take the first step once a new person enters the family circle?
One ECR listener inboxed Stacey and J Sbu about her unique situation.
A mother shares that she reached out to her ex's new partner to chat. Support is fundamental in the formative years of a child, thus she wishes to make sure all parental figures are on the same page.
Stacey and J Sbu investigate this topic with KZN. Take a listen:
According to HelpGuide.org, the key to successful co-parenting is to separate the personal relationship with your ex from the co-parenting relationship. It may be helpful to start thinking of your relationship with your ex as a completely new one - one that is entirely about the well-being of your children and not about either of you.
"Initiating a meeting with your ex's new partner is the perfect way to ensure successful co=parenting and mitigate any issues before they transpire," says one ECR listener.
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Many sources on the net sing the same tune - co-parenting is all about balance. Having tough conversations, coming up with a plan, and having grace for your co-parent/s is what will ultimately benefit the child.
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