Love and Hope in Co-parenting

By |2023-06-14T17:13:20+00:00May 4th, 2023|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Co-parenting advice, Finding Meaning, Grief, kids are worth it, kids come first, Kindness, Loss Loved One, Love, parenting, Personal Stories, Step-children|

In early June 2022, as I sifted through my emails, I came across a message from my former maid of honour, who also happens to be my longtime girlfriend. The opening line read, "We are honoured to have you at our wedding." I couldn't help but sigh as I closed my eyes, took a deep [...]

Healthy Co-parenting Tip

By |2023-03-30T21:12:44+00:00March 30th, 2023|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus grandparents, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Co-parenting advice, kids are worth it, kids come first, Kindness, Love, parenting, Step-children|

Words are Powerful  Beware of how you choose your words. Communicate with your co-parent calmy, with purpose and clarity. Intentionally schedule time with your Co-parent to discuss important issues related to your child and yes be solution-oriented. Kids come first. Co-parenting in Harmony is possible.

Co-parenting Beyond Loss

By |2023-06-14T17:14:17+00:00March 30th, 2023|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus grandparents, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Co-parenting advice, Divorce grief, kids are worth it, kids come first, Kindness, Loss Loved One, Love, parenting, Personal Stories, Step-children, Uncategorized|

In July 2015, I published an article about ‘’WHY GO ON A BEACH VACATION WITH YOUR EX?’’ (HuffPost). Since then, so much has evolved. The first time it took us 20 years to finally decide to take a beach vacation as Co-parents, and it was the first time my bonus (step) son was with his [...]

Holidays in Harmony

By |2023-06-14T17:15:41+00:00January 11th, 2023|Blended Families, Co-parenting, kids are worth it, kids come first, Kindness, parenting|

Are you distressed because it’s not your turn to have your child(ren) for the holidays? It can be stressful for Co-parents and your child(ren) with a holiday season of celebrating and entertaining just around the corner. Truth be told, divorce is challenging to navigate. It’s tough for both parents and your child(ren). Many of you [...]

The Loss of a Bonus (Step) Parent

By |2021-10-18T22:15:44+00:00October 18th, 2021|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus grandparents, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Co-parenting advice, Finding Meaning, kids are worth it, kids come first, Kindness, Loss Loved One, Love, parenting, Personal Stories, Step-children|

Parenting is a tough role. Constantly questioning yourself, wondering if you did or said the right things… And that’s true for bonus parenting as well. Like being a bio-parent, being a bonus parent is the hardest (and most rewarding) thing you’ll ever do. Bonus parents make a huge difference in their bonus children's lives, sharing [...]

Happy Transition Day

By |2021-10-05T22:24:41+00:00October 5th, 2021|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus grandparents, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Co-parenting advice, kids come first, Kindness, Love, parenting|

Happy Friday Transition Day : Make this transition day the best situation where your child does not feel stressed. Make sure they get a balanced meal, where they feel that going to the other parent's house is okay with you and you are going to be just fine. Remember: It takes time for a child [...]

The Fearless Woman Summit

By |2021-10-26T21:59:28+00:00September 5th, 2021|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Co-parenting advice, Conscious Uncoupling, Divorce grief, Finding Meaning, kids are worth it, kids come first|

I’ve teamed up with Gabby Holly, and over 25 other relationship and communication experts for The Fearless Woman, a FREE Podcast-Style. The interview with Gabby was amazing.Research shows that children of divorce who spend at least 35% of their time with each parent have better relationships with both parents.They also fare better academically, socially, and [...]

The Impact of Divorce Grief on Co-parenting

By |2021-03-01T15:00:23+00:00January 28th, 2021|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Finding Meaning, Grief, kids are worth it, kids come first, Kindness, Love, parenting|

Technically, divorce means the collapse of a marriage. However, a divorce or a break-up is actually the death of a relationship. It may be an unthinkable change we didn’t want to happen. Grief changes your personal and family life and triggers secondary losses. For example: You lose your status as a spouse You lose time [...]

The Most Important Resolution You Can Make

By |2021-02-03T18:41:29+00:00December 19th, 2020|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus grandparents, Bonus parents, Co-parenting, Co-parenting advice, Finding Meaning, kids are worth it, kids come first, Kindness, Love, parenting|

We are all going through difficult times. Covid has brought out the best or the worst in us.  The New Year is around the corner and most of us are not interested in making new goals and  New Year’s resolutions. Typically, when it comes to New Year's resolutions, most of us think about making changes [...]

My Big Change

By |2021-02-03T19:02:06+00:00August 27th, 2020|Blended Families, Bonus children, Bonus grandparents, Co-parenting, Finding Meaning, Grief, Kindness, Loss Loved One, Love, parenting, Step-children|

This month August 2020 marks the many years I have launched Co-parenting in Harmony. The past year has been a year of big change in my personal and family life. Who would have even faintly guessed that my journey of life would take a solo route May 2019 with a broken heart the loss of [...]

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