CustodyCartoons was created to stop the fighting on issues and to remind parents:
“Keep the kids out of the fight.”
In this way, we are Helping KIDS Win.
"Pets also provide unconditional love, nurturing and comfort to adults who greatly need it as they transition through the grief of divorce." https://t.co/YO5dEi2v0W #Divorce#Parenting#Advice#KidsWin
"For most children, pets are a trusted friend in which they can confide and share their deepest fears. This is truly a gift to children and greatly helps with emotional resiliency." https://t.co/YO5dEi2v0W #KidsWin#Divorce#Parenting#Advice
Pets can bridge the emotional and communication gap between adults and children — especially when Mom and Dad are preoccupied with so many other time-consuming details during and after a divorce. #Divorce#Parenting#Advice via @rhiannon_ford https://t.co/YO5dEik5Su
"Accept their autonomy to parent differently from you in their home. Save your need to coordinate, collaborate, be consistent, and discuss your differences for the big things." https://t.co/hlLGmnDSLd #Divorce#CoParenting#Advice
"If your children think you hate their other parent, they may identify that you hate parts of them as well. This is an excellent reason to commit to being on your best behavior, not your worst." https://t.co/hlLGmnDSLd #Divorce#CoParenting#Advice
"Even when they are not being fair. Be the bigger person. Take the high road. Act from your best self." #Divorce#CoParenting#Advice via @divorceforce https://t.co/hlLGmnmhmD
"If you can agree, having a detailed plan in writing as to how the children will spend their time avoids misunderstandings between parents and any uncertainty or confusion for the children." https://t.co/QHQhZFQZJB #Divorce#CoParenting#Advice
"Keep your children out of the middle and don't make them a go-between to avoid loyalty conflicts. Communicate clearly and directly to your former spouse—not through your child." https://t.co/QHQhZFQZJB #Divorce#CoParenting#Advice
"Learn the art of compromise and apologize when you do something wrong. Being cordial and businesslike is a good place to start. Take a short break if you feel flooded." #Divorce#CoParenting#Advice via @YourTango https://t.co/QHQhZFzol1
"Show enthusiasm about their visit with their other parent. It’s important to put your differences with your ex aside and to promote your children’s positive bond with them." https://t.co/RiWR97gk0K #KidsWin#Divorce#CoParenting#Advice
"Help your kids anticipate changes in their schedule. Planning ahead and helping them pack important possessions can benefit them." https://t.co/RiWR97gk0K #Divorce#Parenting#Advice
"Co-parenting, at its best, is a wonderful opportunity for children of divorce to have close to equal access to both parents – to feel it is okay to love both of their parents." #KidsWin#Divorce#CoParenting via @DivorcedMoms https://t.co/RiWR97gk0K
"What's truly best for the kids are two relatively happy and sane parents to coexist together when they both feel they are ready to come together for the sake of the children" https://t.co/pl9zsCUZNA #Divorce#CoParenting#Advice
"Expect storms and to make a commitment to work through issues that arise between family members. Hold family meetings or meals to discuss household rules and rituals on a regular basis." https://t.co/SCrglvca78 #Divorce#Parenting#Advice
"Divorce isn't easy and neither is coparenting, but making smart choices to help the family grieve will allow everyone to move on with his and her lives, both adults and children alike!" https://t.co/pl9zsCUZNA #KidsWin#Divorce#CoParenting
"Work on developing new strategies, rules and approaches to conflict. Learn from what worked – and didn’t – and adapt your game plan accordingly. Remember to include all family members in discussions." https://t.co/SCrglvca78 #Divorce#Parenting#Advice
"The last thing your kids need is more gritty information about the divorce. Apologize, but don’t be long-winded about it." #Divorce#Parenting#Advice via @HuffPostDivorce https://t.co/cvn1AeUHw7
"Don't try to get it together if you've recently had a big fight unless it's a mandatory event or your child's birthday." #Divorce#Parenting#Advice via @POPSUGARMoms https://t.co/pl9zsCDop0
"Create a dialogue that addresses issues as they come up – rather than burying emotions and grudges until they explode into toxic behavior." #Divorce#Parenting#Advice via @MovePastDivorce https://t.co/SCrglvtKYG #StepParenting
"Movie Night. This is an easy one and can be inexpensive if held at home. Choose a movie together, make some popcorn and settle in." https://t.co/eKr4Gm5zy9 #KidsWin#Divorce#Parenting#Advice