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Episode #173 Parenting Children Well Across Two Homes: What It Takes with Tiffany Rochester, Founder of Co-Parenting Companion
Imagine a world where children are put at the centre of conversations during separations and divorces. Imagine the financial savings and improved mental health for everyone involved. This is what happens when we prioritise children’s mental health.
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https://services.coparentingcompanion.au/about
Separation and divorce impact children's brain development, classified as one of the adverse childhood experiences (ACES).
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https://acestoohigh.com/got-your-ace-score/
However, the impact can be minimized by handling the process in a prepared way with guidance. Many people accept it as a fact that half of all marriages end in divorce, but this applies only to first marriages. Those who wed multiple times face a far higher rate of divorce. In fact, 67% of second marriages end, and 73% of third marriages are dissolved. Having a co-parenting companion is beneficial for every family navigating these statistics.
Tiffany Rochester has two decades of experience supporting separated parents in collaborative co-parenting, I know that separation does not have to be a barrier to creating and sustaining a healthy co-parenting relationship – because I’ve repeatedly guided co-parents to minimise stress and maximise freedom effectively, so you can co-parent with relaxed confidence, focused on enjoying your children and building your new life.
"Too many times, I had parents say to me, I wish I’d met you right at the start. I could have saved so much time and money. We wouldn’t be here now.”
Key Steps to Putting Children First:
Choose Supportive Professionals: Find lawyers and mediators focused on minimal damage and collaborative processes. Winning an argument should not be the goal—minimising harm is.
Early Intervention: Seek support early from experts in child and brain development to navigate turbulent times, ensuring the best long-term outcomes for everyone involved.
Transparent Communication: Children need simple, honest communication about the changes. Plan the initial conversation thoughtfully, considering the first 8 weeks post-separation. Keep it simple and answer only the questions they ask.
Avoid Parental Alienation: Ensure that your actions and words do not alienate the other parent. Encourage a healthy relationship with both parents, maintaining transparency and accountability.
Stories of Great Co-Parenting:
Witnessing collaborative and amicable co-parenting efforts is deeply inspiring. Parents who own their contributions to the relationship breakdown and strive for a cooperative future provide an invaluable legacy of resilience and love for their children.
There is little "winning" in separation and divorce—only minimising harm and fostering a positive legacy. Parents can create a nurturing, supportive environment across two homes by focusing on what's best for the children.
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