The Coparenting Collective podcast

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In August 2019, Ben was overjoyed to welcome his baby girl into the world. But while fatherhood was a dream come true, his relationship with her mother quickly turned into a nightmare. After their separation, every attempt to see his daughter felt like an uphill battle as his ex attempted to rule over every interaction he had with his daughter—at one point, forcing him to visit his daughter in the front seat of his car in the freezing winter. Frustrated and desperate for a solution, Ben turned to Rosalie @thecoparentingcollective for guidance. That decision changed everything. In this episode, we dive into Ben’s journey and why having the right support can have a massive impact on your co-parenting future.…

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#15 - Florence & Her Fantastic Family Tree: Children's Book About Big, Blended Families 13:55

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A big family with multiple parents and many siblings can feel overwhelming to a small child. That's how Florence feels as she tries to figure out how to complete her family tree project for Ms. Collin's class at school. Follow along as Rosalie reads the sweet tale of " Florence and Her Fantastic Family Tree " by Judy Gilliam to her daughter while pointing out the beautiful benefits of having a large, loving family.…

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#14 - Goodbye Relationship, Hello Emotional Purgatory (Lisanne Iriks, ADR Expert) 54:52

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As a guest on Conversations To Cut The Conflict podcast hosted by award-winning alternative dispute resolution expert Lisanne Iriks, Rosalie opens up about her struggles to cope as a new co-parent and how she finally got out of emotional purgatory, regained her self-confidence, and diffused her hostile ex.…

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#13 - 10 Toxic Parenting Behaviors According To Amy Morin, Psychotherapist 42:06

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Want to help your children to develop the confidence to seek out healthy relationships as they grow up? Avoid these toxic parenting behaviors. In this episode, we cite an article by internationally-recognized psychotherapist Amy Morin, LCSW, to highlight ten sneakily insidious parenting traits and how they can quickly they can ruin a child's mental health and ability to identify safe environments. *Article originally published in Business Insider, July 11, 2020.…

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#12 - What Matters Most, A Children's Book by Emma Dodd 17:16

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After Rosalie reads "What Matters Most" by Emma Dodd to her youngest daughter over breakfast, their conversation about the book evolves into a cute little gab session about life.

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#11 - Pt. 2 Bonus Mom Caught in the Middle (Brooke P.) 49:25

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Part 2/2: We continue with Brooke's story as she is making plans to meet her bonus daughters' mom for the first time face-to-face. What do they talk about? What's the outcome? Does it change anything? More importantly, can they break through the barriers of parallel parenting to create a healthier environment for the twins? Listen in to find out! You won't believe your ears.…

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#10 - Pt. 1 Bonus Mom Caught in the Middle (Brooke P.) 1:11:55

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Part 1/2: Meet Brooke @miss.brookemichelle , a down-to-earth social services case manager in California. Four years ago, she fell head over heels for a hard-working, devoted single father of twin girls. As they cemented their relationship - and she bonded with his children - she was shunned and borderline harassed by the girl's mother, a woman she had never met. Brooke tried numerous times to break the ice with her boyfriend's ex, but she faced an uphill battle as the bystander in their toxic parallel parenting dynamic. It was hard for her to watch the toll it was taking on the girls. Find out what happens when Brooke tries to be a force for good.…

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#9 - The Lessons Behind Helping the Kids with Gifts 19:09

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It's common for co-parents to feel conflicted about gift-giving when it's their ex's birthday or during holidays. If you're on the fence about what to do, this episode might help. Listen in as Rosalie, mentor @thecoparentingcollective, shares three reasons she believes in gifting on behalf of her kids and how she reconciled doing so even when it wasn't reciprocated.…

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#8 - All That Remains (Olga Nadal, Divorce for Love) 46:58

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As separated parents, we all worry about what we're leaving behind and what the future holds for our children, but there are ways to displace those fears. Learn how in this thought-provoking episode. * R e corded as part of Divorce for Love's expert panel on Facebook.

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#7 - My Husband's Anguish Opened My Eyes (Kim R.) 1:05:28

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In this episode, Rosalie talks to a Floridian mom and stepmom, Kim Rose of @_perfectlyimperfectfamily_ on Instagram. After separating from her first husband, she found herself playing the "mom card" when it came to sharing her toddler son, a move she wholly regrets. But, as life would have it, meeting her second husband and witnessing the anguish he was going through with his daughter's mother, helped reverse those thoughts and open her mind to the importance of co-parenting as a team. Five years later, she is perfectly happy with life in her blended family except for one major component she still hopes will change, before it's too late.…

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#6 - I'm a Father First (Tony B.) 54:58

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New York-based single father, Tony @weekendwithjacob , is meeting the challenges of co-parenting his toddler son guided by a court order and a tone-modulating co-parenting app. He tells Rosalie that it wasn't easy to reconcile his emotions after the end of his stormy relationship due to the heavy toll it took on him. Still, unlike his father before him, he is determined to be the best father he can be no matter who tries to stand in his way.…

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#5 - The Stranger in the Black Robe 24:36

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The Stranger In The Black Robe: There is a pervasive cultural myth that leads us to believe that once we have the "opportunity" to tell our side of the story in family court, we will somehow be able to convince the judge to rule in our "favor". It's a myth for a reason. In family court, the burden of proof is often insurmountable and based on narrow, self-serving perspectives. But, in this bonus episode, we present another view, the one from the bench. You'll hear the wise words of the Honorable Paul W. Garfinkel as he implores parents to understand that child custody rulings are really "judgment day for children". They have to live with the sentences handed down. Listen in to learn three ways to avoid the agonizing pitfalls of separation and truly put your children first.…

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#4 - Unexpected Pregnancy Becomes Rockstar Co-parenting (Michael & Michelle) 1:03:28

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In this episode, Rosalie introduces you to Michael @thatsbradford & Michelle @m.vrks , friends who found themselves expecting a baby after a casual hookup. It's been three years since their son was born, and if they aren't co-parenting goals, then no one is. Lol ... so, how do they do it? What are their unique challenges? Is co-parenting easier without the historical drama? Let's find out!…

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#3 - Raising My Boys to Be Men (Aaron D.) 32:45

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In this episode, a London-based single father speaks out hoping to inspire other dads in his position. Aaron of @raisingboys_2men "double" co-parents two sons while mentoring a heap more through his fitness programs. He shares how important co-parenting is in giving his sons what he never had: quality time with his father. Even though it can get stressful parenting with two different moms, Aaron is determined to prioritize not just his bond with his sons but their bond with each other. Find out how he does it in this important episode about how to raise boys into men.…

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#2 - Co-parenting After Infidelity (Lucy G.) 36:13

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Is it possible to co-parent peacefully after you've been cheated on? Let's find out. In this episode, Rosalie chats with Lucy @lucyygmz , a laidback California mom who was blindsided when her husband wanted a divorce so he could be with his alleged mistress. When the proverbial sh*t hit the fan, Lucy had no idea what the future would look like for her and her son. Listen in as she discusses her truth about the abrupt end of her marriage and the surprising reason she and her ex were finally able to make an unexpected big shift towards equitable co-parenting.…

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#1 - 10 Commandments of Co-parenting: Core Principles Followed by Every Successful Co-parent 52:42

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Are you confused about where to start as a new co-parent or how to achieve the best possible outcome while co-parenting? These rules will help. The Ten Commandments of Co-parenting (Mom & Dad Edition) are a set of principles relating to ethics and communication that play a fundamental role in learning to co-parent well.…

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The Coparenting Collective (Trailer) 0:47

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