TalkingParents

TalkingParents is a leading co-parenting communication platform designed to help separated, divorced, or never-married parents manage child custody, parenting time, and shared responsibilities. Our secure, court-admissible tools—including messaging, calling, a Shared Calendar, and payment tracking—empower parents to communicate effectively, manage conflict, and put their children first.

General Information

• Site URL: https://talkingparents.com

About TalkingParents

• About Us: Founded in 2010 by Attorney Stephen Nixon, TalkingParents was created to solve the challenges of co-parenting after separation or divorce, including generating court-admissible records of all communications. Our mission is to provide parents with a reliable, transparent, and easy-to-use solution for managing all aspects of co-parenting coordination. Today, TalkingParents is trusted by families and legal professionals worldwide for its integrity, security, and commitment to supporting healthy parent-child relationships.

TalkingParents’ Features

• Secure Messaging: TalkingParents’ Secure Messaging feature helps you keep communications with your co-parent clear and streamlined with timestamped messages that can’t be edited or deleted. Organize conversations by topic, maintain a record of all interactions, and ensure your communication is always accessible and court-ready.
• Sentiment Scanner + Writing Assist℠: TalkingParents’ Sentiment Scanner + Writing Assist℠ feature helps you manage conflict and improve co-parenting communication with tools that analyze message tone and offer professionally-developed suggestions for more positive, productive conversations. Minimize misunderstandings and keep discussions focused on your child’s best interests using proven communication methods like grey rock and yellow rock.
• Accountable Calling℠: TalkingParents’ Accountable Calling℠ feature lets you make phone and video calls with your co-parent—no phone numbers required. All calls are recorded and transcribed, providing a complete, court-admissible record of verbal communication with your co-parent or child.
• Shared Calendar: TalkingParents’ Shared Calendar feature helps you manage custody schedules, parenting time, holidays, and your child’s appointments and activities in one shared space. Both parents can view and update events, reducing confusion and helping everyone stay on the same page.
• Accountable Payments℠: TalkingParents’ Accountable Payments℠ feature simplifies child support and shared expense management, reducing the stress around coordinating transactions. Request, send, and track payments with full transparency, so both parents have a clear record of financial matters related to their children.
• Info Library: TalkingParents’ Info Library feature makes it easier to share essential information about your child between homes—such as medical details, emergency contacts, and school info—in a secure, easily accessible space. Create customizable cards containing key details both parents need, ensuring you both have access to your child’s information and reducing unnecessary back-and-forth.
• Personal Journal: TalkingParents’ Personal Journal feature lets you privately document thoughts, feelings, and experiences you want noted for later. Use your journal to reflect, track interactions, or record details for future reference—especially helpful during challenging co-parenting situations.
• Vault File Storage: TalkingParents’ Vault File Storage feature helps you store and organize important documents, photos, and videos privately in your own secure space. Keep custody agreements, court orders, and other key files safe and accessible whenever you or a third party needs them.
• Unalterable Records: TalkingParents’ Unalterable Records feature keeps your co-parenting communication and activity securely documented to records trusted by courts and legal professionals nationwide. Protect yourself and your children with reliable documentation, available in Print or PDF format, which can be used as evidence in family law settings.

TalkingParents’ Pricing

• Pricing: Choose from 3 flexible plans to fit your family’s specific needs—Essentials, Enhanced, or Ultimate. Pay monthly or annually with no long-term contracts to access features that make co-parenting simpler and more organized. Parents do not have to be on the same plan to use TalkingParents, and we offer free 30-day trials of both Enhanced and Ultimate, so you can try out our top-tier subscriptions at no cost.

TalkingParents’ Parenting Resources

• Parenting Resources: Feel more supported and confident in your co-parenting journey with free access to a collection of articles spanning categories like child development, custody, divorce, education, family law, finances, and health & wellness. Get tips, expert insights, and real-world guidance specially crafted to help you navigate your co-parenting situation with peace and clarity.

TalkingParents’ Frequently Asked Questions

• Frequently Asked Questions: Find clear, concise answers to common questions about TalkingParents. Our FAQ covers everything from general information about the app and pricing to detailed feature insights to help you get started. Whether you’re new or seeking help with specific features, you’ll find step-by-step guidance for secure, effective communication between co-parents.