The relationship didn't last but you have one or more beautiful children together. How do you successfully separate and co-parent when it's tough to even speak nicely to each other? You'd prefer to never lay eyes on your ex-partner EVER again! But those kids need two parents who are coping well with life (and each other) so what do you do???? 1. Give yourself permission to grieve the loss and changed circumstances With any change (even welcome change) grief may be present. Ta