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

They take little swipes at you and are "just joking". Insist you do things their way, as YOUR WAY isn't good enough. Are openly critical and never fail to remember in detail some error you made 14 yrs ago.... It's starting to feel like an endless pattern of disrespect, but it's the only family you have. So what can you do?? Family members can be fantastic. Wise and patient. Full of acceptance of flaws and imperfections. You've seen them out there in the world - your friends