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The Devastating Impact of a Revolving Door of New Partners on Children
Divorce is already a significant transition for children, but when a parent frequently introduces new partners into their lives, the...

Jan & Jillian
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Psychological Strategy Questions to Use with a Coercive Co-Parent in Mediation
Mediation can be a challenging process when dealing with a coercive co-parent who thrives on manipulation, control, and distorting...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


The Silent Invasion: How Coercive Co-Parents Violate Children’s Boundaries
Co-parenting should be about cooperation, respect, and prioritizing the well-being of the child. However, in cases of coercive...

Jan & Jillian
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What Matters Most In Mediation: Showing Stability and Consistency for Your Child
In the world of two homes, children often crave stability and consistency as their foundational safe place. As a parent, providing these...

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Why The Narcissistic Coparent Is Enmeshed With Their Children
What is an enmeshed relationship between parent and child? Enmeshment between a child and a narcissistic coparent refers to a...

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3 min read


Signs Your Children Are Caught In The Middle And Under Distress
If you’re a divorced parent, then your main concern is undoubtedly the well-being of your children. Seeing your child(ren) happy and...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


7 Signs They Are Infringing On Your Parenting Time
Are you concerned that your co-parent is infringing on your parenting time? Knowing what steps to take to protect your rights as a parent...

Jan & Jillian
6 min read


How To Respond To False Accusations From A High-Conflict Co-Parent
If you're a parent dealing with a high-conflict co-parent (HCCP), you know that false accusations can be a common tactic used to get you...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


How To Support Your Kids On Exchange Days
Whether exchange days are new or old, they can be an adjustment for children. Adapting to new environments isn’t always easy, and now...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


Why You Don’t Want A Standardized Parenting Plan From Family Court
Are you in the process of getting a divorce but aren’t quite sure where to start? More than likely your children are at the forefront of...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


How To Establish Boundaries With A Partner Who Doesn’t Have Any With Their Coparent
After a divorce, it can be challenging for a person to establish healthy boundaries with their co-parent due to fears, worries, or low...

Jan & Jillian
4 min read


How To Help Your Kids Use Critical Thinking Skills (When Diffusing False Statements From Coparent)
As a parent, you want to do everything you can to help your child succeed in life. One important skill that will help your child is...

Jan & Jillian
3 min read


5 Tips To Taking Back Your Power After An Abusive Relationship
Are you a parent who is trying to rebuild your life after an abusive relationship? If so, you're not alone. Abuse can take many forms –...

Jan & Jillian
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Signs Your Coparent Is Gaslighting You To Avoid Accountability
Has your coparent been consistently making you feel like you're the one that is at fault for the conflict? Are they constantly making...

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3 min read


Tips For Phone Calls Between Child-Parent When Kids Are At Other Home
When your children are staying with their other parent, there will probably be times when you need or want to have a phone conversation...

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3 min read


What To Do When The Kids Share About Their Other Home(when to assess further)
Navigating two homes isn’t always easy for children. What they may be used to in your home may not always be the same in the other house....

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4 min read


Five Healthy Habits For Improving Your Co-Parenting Relationship
The co-parenting transitional phase can take some time to adjust to, especially if you have been in an unhealthy marriage. Trying to...

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3 min read


How To Disarm The Narcissist Coparent
Are you co-parenting with a narcissist? It can be a challenging experience because of how narcissists manipulate and make you feel....

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4 min read


6 Phrases That Help You Avoid a Conflict With your Coparent
When your co-parent starts attacking you, it can be difficult to stay calm and focused. But if you can keep yourself from giving them an...

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3 min read


How To Set Boundaries With Family Over The Holidays
Are you going through a divorce or recently divorced, and starting to dread the holidays because you don’t want to experience another...

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3 min read
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