Co-parenting after a divorce is one of the most challenging aspects of the process. It can be hard to let go of the old emotions, conflict and the unhealthy dynamic that led to the split, but when you share children, you must find a way to work together after your divorce is final. The vast majority of divorces result in some form of shared custody, so a positive and successful co-parenting approach will go a long way toward helping your kids through this major life transition. In addition to our divorce mediation services, AMS Mediation offers co-parenting coaching services that can provide you with individualized support for separate parenting.
Goals Of A Co-Parenting Coach
Our co-parenting coach can focus on any aspects of the co-parenting process that you need help with. This work can include strategies for protecting your kids from conflict, how you can most positively contribute to the parenting relationship, how to respond to negative behaviors from your ex, and strategies for effective communication. In addition, a parenting coach can share best practices for making joint decisions for your kids, putting up appropriate boundaries, and how to track shared financial expenses over time. The goal of a co-parenting coach is to help your family – with the issues you face. There is no set agenda, we work to meet your unique needs. Working with a co-parenting coach can help you reach agreements on problems that you may not be able to solve on your own and help prevent the conflict from building and causing other problems. Co-parenting coaching can also improve your new family dynamic and prevent future litigation.
A co-parenting coach may be recommended by an attorney or a custody evaluator or even required by what is known as a parenting consultant. The team at AMS Mediation can provide you with the parenting support services that you need to help your family move forward. Co-parenting is a marathon not a sprint, so getting the tools you need now will help you for the many interactions you will have in the future. Being able to work together instead of against each other is difficult but if you can find success, you will reduce stress for your entire family in the long run.
Mediation And Parenting Support Services In Minnesota
If you have recently been through a divorce and are struggling with co-parenting issues, reach out to the team at AMS Mediation for support and assistance. Call us at 952-252-1492 to schedule a free consultation. We offer virtual and in person services depending on your needs and your preference.
