Co-Parenting | Print |  E-mail

Have you ever found yourself in a parenting battle - where both parents' styles clash?  Find out how to manage your parenting differences ... whether you are a pushover or a drill seargent ... so you can create a healthy home life for your child. 

Why is co-parenting well important?

  • Prevalence of divorce - two households
  • Intact families not always on "same page"
  • Mixed messages are confusing to children
  • Children can feel "out of sorts"
  • Challenging behaviors can arise

Tips for co-parenting

  • Recognize & develop both your parenting styles
  • Strive for consistency
  • Set aside personal issues
  • Focus on what's best for the child
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 10 July 2007 )