Healthy Relationships Initiative
The COVID-19 Pandemic has changed lives and relationships all over the globe. To help support you during this uncertain time, HRI is providing two free webinars on April 6th and April 13th. See below for more information about each
Coronavirus has led to some pretty big changes in our everyday lives, and it’s normal for us to be feeling confused, overwhelmed, and uncertain. These changes may be especially confusing and difficult for kids. It’s important for us as adults
Parenting can be difficult, especially during times of change and uncertainty. Be extra kind to yourself today and remember that there is no such thing as a perfect parent. You are doing your best.
A critical part of successful co-parenting is supporting your child’s relationship with their other parent. This means refraining from talking badly about the other parent in front of your child, as this can be harmful to their relationship. This includes
Co-parenting works best when you work together as a team! When you and your child’s other parent stand as a united front, you can create more consistency and stability for your child. Co-parenting as a team looks like making a
Creating consistent, calm, and effective communication with your child’s other parent is an essential component to successful co-parenting! Find the method of communication that works best for both of you; whether it’s through texting, calling, or meeting in-person, make sure
Part of being a successful co-parent means temporarily setting aside feelings of hurt or anger to focus on your child’s needs and effectively work together with your co-parent. This doesn’t mean that you have to push down or minimize your
Co-parenting can be challenging, whether you are married, separated, divorced, or were never partnered with your child’s other parent. The job of co-parents is to work together to help their child thrive, and though it’s important for co-parents to have