Parenting resources handpicked for thriving families

We've put together a helpful collection of parenting tips, expert insights, and advice on a wide range of topics, all just for you. It’s everything you need to feel supported and confident in your co-parenting journey, right at your fingertips!

Preparing for Your First Family Law Consultation

Gerard Virga
May 14, 2026

What to expect from a family law consultation and how you can prepare for it.

6 min read
Can Co-Parents Prevent Insecure Attachment in Their Kids?

Sarah R. Moore
April 20, 2026

Learn how divorce and co-parenting can contribute to insecure attachment in children—and how to prevent it.

6.5 min read
Mothers' Rights in Family Law Cases

Anna Blood
March 6, 2026

How mothers’ rights apply in divorce, custody, and spousal support cases.

4.5 min read
Fathers’ Rights and Children’s Best Interests

Manuel A. Segarra, III
March 3, 2026

How fathers’ rights in timesharing cases depend on the courts and their children’s best interests.

6 min read
Can Non-Custodial Parents Move Out of State?

Joi Fairell
January 13, 2026

Expert tips for non-custodial parents considering an out-of-state move.

5 min read
Effective Co-Regulation Strategies for Co-Parents

Bryan Post
December 11, 2025

How co-regulation can help you and your kids heal after a separation or divorce.

4 min read
How Does a Prenup Affect the Divorce Process?

Duane Coker
November 12, 2025

What to expect if you’re going through a prenup-governed divorce.

5 min read
Back to School Legal Tips

Padideh Jafari
August 19, 2025

Child-centered legal tips for the back-to-school season.

3.5 min read
How to Protect Kids from Gaslighting

Tyra Juliette Schwartz
August 18, 2025

How teaching self-trust can protect kids from a manipulative co-parent.

4 min read
Navigating a High-Asset Divorce

Mark Childress
July 21, 2025

Expert tips for going through the high-net-worth divorce process.

5 min read
How to Guard Against a Toxic Co-Parent

Melissa Schwartz
June 10, 2025

Tips for identifying a toxic co-parenting situation and shielding yourself and your kids.

4.5 min read
How to Use the Yellow Rock Method in High Conflict Co-Parenting Situations

Padideh Jafari
May 6, 2025

How yellow rock communication can help co-parents and their attorneys.

6 min read
What to Do If Your Child Plays Favorites

Aurisha Smolarski, LMFT
April 29, 2025

10 tips for handling parental preference.

6 min read
What is the Right of First Refusal in Child Custody Cases?

Sarah Jacobs
March 31, 2025

5 tips for creating a successful right of first refusal clause in your parenting plan.

5 min read
Are Parenting Classes Right for You?

Donald Archer Gordon, Ph.D.
March 13, 2025

5 signs a parenting class can help your co-parenting situation.

3.5 min read
5 Ways to Support & Prioritize Your Child During Divorce

Bella Duncan
February 21, 2025

Helpful tips for supporting your child’s emotions and mental health during divorce.

4 min read
How to Raise Kids with a Secure Attachment Style

Sarah R. Moore
December 17, 2024

5 steps co-parents can take to build secure attachments with their children."

8 min read
A Journey from Loss to Love: Healing from Heartbreak

Keishorne Scott
November 21, 2024

6 lessons from a relationship and heartbreak coach to help you heal after a separation or divorce.

6 min read
How to Respond to False Allegations From Your Co-Parent

Amber Andrews
November 13, 2024

Tips for co-parents dealing with false claims from a high conflict ex.

5 min read
How to Combat Custodial Interference

Joy Owenby
October 30, 2024

Tips to empower co-parents dealing with custodial interference.

6 min read
A New Era of Shared Parenting: Child-Centered Custody

Joy Owenby
September 26, 2024

How co-parents and attorneys can embrace a child-centered custody approach.

7 min read
7 Strategies for High Conflict Conversations

Michael Reddington
September 18, 2024

Different approaches co-parents can take to manage high conflict conversations productively.

5 min read
How to Navigate High Conflict Co-Parenting Conversations

Michael Reddington
September 12, 2024

Questions co-parents can ask themselves to create an effective strategy for high conflict interactions.

4 min read
How to Create a Mindset to Handle High Conflict Co-Parenting Conversations

Michael Reddington
September 12, 2024

4 helpful ways to set a solutions-oriented mindset for high conflict discussions.

5 min read
How to Help Your Child Cope with Bad-Mouthing

Aurisha Smolarski, LMFT
August 22, 2024

8 tips to help your kids cope with their other parent’s bad-mouthing.

6 min read
Teaching Kids to Have a Growth Mindset

Michael Vallejo
July 24, 2024

Strategies for co-parents to help children develop a growth mindset rather than a fixed one.

5 min read
5 Things to Look for in Co-Parenting Classes

Donald Archer Gordon, Ph.D.
July 3, 2024

How to choose the right co-parenting class to help you and your kids after divorce or separation.

4 min read
Effective Grounding Techniques for Co-Parents

Amber Andrews
May 29, 2024

Grounding is a helpful habit for staying calm and centered during tough times. Learn how to apply grounding techniques to co-parenting.

3 min read
Helping a Sensitive Child Navigate Two Homes

Melissa Schwartz
May 20, 2024

Navigating two homes can be difficult for a highly sensitive child after parents divorce or separate. These tips can help your child emotionally.

5 min read
A Solution for Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: Parallel Parenting

Sarah Jacobs
April 9, 2024

How co-parents with a narcissistic ex can leverage parallel parenting.

4 min read
Building Trust and Collaboration: Healing from Co-Parenting Conflict

Michael Vallejo
March 4, 2024

Strategies for co-parents to build trust and collaboration after dealing with conflicts.

5 min read
How Mediation Helps Resolve High-Conflict Divorce Cases

Duane Coker
February 22, 2024

How mediation can help separating partners involved in a high conflict divorce.

4 min read
How to Manage Co-Parenting Anxiety

Mary Beth Somich, LCMHC
February 13, 2024

Understanding the signs and symptoms of co-parenting anxiety and how to handle this complex emotional state.

6 min read
A Complete Guide to Navigating Contested Divorce

Mark Childress
November 28, 2023

Why a contested divorce is complex and how to navigate its challenges.

5 min read
Stop Teaching Your Kids Who’s the Good Guy vs. Who’s the Bad Guy

Grace Casper
November 3, 2023

A child of divorce gives tips to co-parents to help them avoid making the kids think there is a “good guy” and a “bad guy” after separation.

4 min read
Understanding Child Custody Evaluations

Sarah Jacobs
October 13, 2023

The components of a child custody evaluation and how to prepare for them.

5 min read
How to Prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Dr. Jessica Kendorski
August 18, 2023

Parental separation is one of the most common adverse childhood experiences. Learn how to help your children avoid negative impacts from ACEs.

3 min read
Understanding Multi-Parent Families

Sarah Jacobs
April 26, 2023

The definition of a multi-parent family and the legal protections that exist for them.

3 min read
5 Essential Tips for Co-Parenting After Divorce

Sarah Jacobs
July 13, 2022

Parenting with an ex-spouse can be difficult. Here are 5 tips to help co-parents and their children after divorce.

3 min read
3 Strategies to Manage Triggers in Co-Parenting

Jay Skibbens
May 19, 2022

Overcome co-parenting triggers and build a healthy shared parenting relationship.

4 min read
Why TalkingParents is a Game Changer in the Courtroom

Carina Michelle Reyna, Esq.
March 21, 2022

4 ways that TalkingParents can help you and your attorney in the courtroom.

2 min read
Realistic Expectations For Co-Parenting with a Narcissist

Dr. Ramani Durvasula
February 9, 2022

Here are some realistic expectations to keep in mind when co-parenting with a narcissist.

6 min read
5 Healthy Boundaries To Set in Co-Parenting

Tessa Noel
January 12, 2022

Tips to help you set healthy boundaries in your co-parenting relationship.

4 min read
Divorce Recovery for Children

Christopher G. Aiello
December 9, 2021

6 strategies for parents to help their children recover after divorce.

5 min read
How TalkingParents Helps Co-Parents & Attorneys

Brenda DeRouen
September 21, 2021

Divorce attorney and co-parent, Brenda DeRouen, explains why she highly recommends TalkingParents.

3 min read
5 Co-Parenting Strategies for Navigating Kids’ Extracurricular Activities

Caroline Kelley
August 13, 2021

Navigating kids extracurricular activities with your co-parent can be difficult. Try these 5 strategies.

4 min read
How to Financially Prepare for Divorce

Shannon McLay
March 19, 2021

Divorces are hard. Whether they are amicable or contentious, expected or unexpected, they can be confusing, disruptive, and exhausting. There are so many factors to consider, all of which impact the most important areas of life: your children, your home, your finances, and separating two, once joined, lives. While it may never be easy, this list can provide you with small, bite-sized goals to help manage your finances during and after a divorce. This is not an exhaustive list, but rather a starting point for those working through the early stages of the process.

5 min read
6 Types of Narcissists

Dr. Ramani Durvasula
March 10, 2021

Narcissism is a word that is thrown around these days to help people understand toxic relationships, difficult divorces, and co-parenting arrangements. It can be a useful framework to maintain when trying to understand these difficult patterns, how you got drawn in, why you were so confused while you were in the relationship, and the co-parenting struggles you may be facing.

10 min read

Parenting resources handpicked for thriving families

Preparing for Your First Family Law Consultation

Gerard Virga

Can Co-Parents Prevent Insecure Attachment in Their Kids?

Sarah R. Moore

Mothers' Rights in Family Law Cases

Anna Blood

Fathers’ Rights and Children’s Best Interests

Manuel A. Segarra, III

Can Non-Custodial Parents Move Out of State?

Joi Fairell

Effective Co-Regulation Strategies for Co-Parents

Bryan Post

How Does a Prenup Affect the Divorce Process?

Duane Coker

Back to School Legal Tips

Padideh Jafari

How to Protect Kids from Gaslighting

Tyra Juliette Schwartz

Navigating a High-Asset Divorce

Mark Childress

How to Guard Against a Toxic Co-Parent

Melissa Schwartz

How to Use the Yellow Rock Method in High Conflict Co-Parenting Situations

Padideh Jafari

What to Do If Your Child Plays Favorites

Aurisha Smolarski, LMFT

What is the Right of First Refusal in Child Custody Cases?

Sarah Jacobs

Are Parenting Classes Right for You?

Donald Archer Gordon, Ph.D.

5 Ways to Support & Prioritize Your Child During Divorce

Bella Duncan

How to Raise Kids with a Secure Attachment Style

Sarah R. Moore

A Journey from Loss to Love: Healing from Heartbreak

Keishorne Scott

How to Respond to False Allegations From Your Co-Parent

Amber Andrews

How to Combat Custodial Interference

Joy Owenby

A New Era of Shared Parenting: Child-Centered Custody

Joy Owenby

7 Strategies for High Conflict Conversations

Michael Reddington

How to Navigate High Conflict Co-Parenting Conversations

Michael Reddington

How to Create a Mindset to Handle High Conflict Co-Parenting Conversations

Michael Reddington

How to Help Your Child Cope with Bad-Mouthing

Aurisha Smolarski, LMFT

Teaching Kids to Have a Growth Mindset

Michael Vallejo

5 Things to Look for in Co-Parenting Classes

Donald Archer Gordon, Ph.D.

Effective Grounding Techniques for Co-Parents

Amber Andrews

Helping a Sensitive Child Navigate Two Homes

Melissa Schwartz

A Solution for Co-Parenting with a Narcissist: Parallel Parenting

Sarah Jacobs

Building Trust and Collaboration: Healing from Co-Parenting Conflict

Michael Vallejo

How Mediation Helps Resolve High-Conflict Divorce Cases

Duane Coker

How to Manage Co-Parenting Anxiety

Mary Beth Somich, LCMHC

A Complete Guide to Navigating Contested Divorce

Mark Childress

Stop Teaching Your Kids Who’s the Good Guy vs. Who’s the Bad Guy

Grace Casper

Understanding Child Custody Evaluations

Sarah Jacobs

How to Prevent Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

Dr. Jessica Kendorski

Understanding Multi-Parent Families

Sarah Jacobs

5 Essential Tips for Co-Parenting After Divorce

Sarah Jacobs

3 Strategies to Manage Triggers in Co-Parenting