Spring 2016 Tips & Tidbits
Parents residing in two homes often utilize email and text messaging to communicate about the children. While both can be valuable tools, they can be misused and actually contribute to conflict rather than reduce it.
Tone, intent and content can easily be misinterpreted.
Text messaging is optimal for sharing brief and time sensitive information.
Messages that are lengthy, contain negative language or are combative do not have a positive impact on a co-parenting relationship.
When raising a topic with your co-parent, ask yourself the following questions;
What does this topic have to do with our children?
What impact does it have on the child?
Let the information from these questions lead the conversation with your co-parent. This will allow the conversation to remain focused on the children and positive problem solving.