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Working as a parenting team sets a good standard for the kids

On Behalf of | May 3, 2019 | Child Custody

Parents who are able to work as a team will likely see that their children are adjusting well to the divorce. The co-parenting method is one that works well in these circumstances because the divorced parents remain a team when it comes to the children. This often helps the children feel more secure and provides better consistency for them.

The benefits of co-parenting are well documented, so parents might be able to use these as a reason to work toward an amicable situation. Here are a few to remember:

  • The children get a good example on how people can work as a team and build up relationships. They can also learn about how mutual respect and cooperation can benefit almost any situation.
  • The kids have a consistency that helps them to thrive since they aren’t having to adjust to different rules in each home.
  • They can feel secure and enjoy better emotional and mental health. They know that their parents are working as a team to help them have the best life possible.

One thing that many co-parents do is set the tone for the relationship early in the process. They set standards for respect and will likely keep communication at a professional tone. It should be noted in the parenting plan that parents will communicate directly with each other instead of using the kids as messengers.

Conflict resolution standards might be set so that both parties know what to expect when disagreements occur. There are bound to be some as the children grow up, so both parents should retain their desire to compromise and work together for the good of the children.

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