The Hidden Emotional Impact of Co-Parenting Transitions

The Hidden Emotional Impact of Co-Parenting Transitions

Birdnesting: A Creative Coparenting Solution That Puts Kids First

Last updated: August 2025

As summer ends and school supply lists start filling your inbox, divorced and separated parents face a familiar challenge: navigating back-to-school season while co-parenting effectively. If you're wondering how to handle school shopping, coordinate schedules, or manage...

If you've ever received a triggering text from your ex in the middle of a work meeting or had to smile through clenched teeth while handing your child over at drop-off—you know the battlefield that co-parenting can become. But there's a weapon more powerful than the perfect comeback or legal leve...

😤 “I know I need to let it go… but I can’t.”

If you’re feeling stuck in bitterness, resentment, or outright rage toward your co-parent—you’re not alone.

It’s a common, human response to hurt, betrayal, or the loss of what you thought your life or family would look like.

But here’s the hard truth:...

Did you know that nearly 30% of children experience anxiety when it comes time
to transition between  homes? As co-parents, you want what's best for
your children, but what happens when they express their reluctance or dread
regarding visiting the other parent? Understanding the feelings your children ...

How Separation Can Affect a Child’s Future Relationships—and What You Can Do to Help

We all know that separation can be tough on kids. It can impact their behavior, school performance, and sense of stability. But what about the long game—how they show up in relationships as adults?

Research tells ...

📝 How to Stop Fueling the Fire: Remove the Payoff from High-Conflict Co-Parenting

Joe was at his wits’ end.

Since the divorce, he had tried everything to get along with his co-parent, Maria.

Some days, things seemed okay. But before long, Maria would explode over something small, and sudden...