When Your Child Says "I Don’t Want to Go to Dad’s"

Your child says, “I don’t want to go to Dad’s.” Now what? In this heartfelt solo episode, Erica from The Crazy Ex-Wives Club dives deep into one of the most gut-wrenching moments in co-parenting: when your child doesn’t want to go to the other parent’s house.This isn’t just about logistics. It’s about identity, emotions, safety, and learning to lead with love—especially when it hurts.Drawing from personal experience and community stories, Erica explores how to hold space for your child’s feelings without letting your own heartbreak steer the ship. You’ll learn how to meet your kid in the muck, reflect their emotions without judgment, and guide them gently through the challenges of living between two homes.She also unpacks how to separate your own post-divorce wounds from your parenting responses—and why your ability to self-regulate is the secret superpower your child needs most right now.This episode is your soft place to land and your steady compass when the co-parenting seas get rough. Because it’s not about fixing every feeling—it’s about walking through them, together.🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:When Your Kid Doesn’t Want Two Homes – Why it’s normal for children to resist transition, and what’s really going on underneath their tears.Regulate Before You Respond – How to calm your own nervous system so you can show up with empathy, not reactivity.Co-Parenting Without Comparison – Why your child liking one house “more” isn’t the end of the world—and what to do about it.Helping Kids Name Their Feelings – The power of giving language to big emotions so they don’t stay trapped in little bodies.Creating Safety in Both Homes – Your role in supporting your child’s adjustment—without micromanaging the other parent.The Gift of Resilience – Why living between two homes, while hard, can also help your child grow flexible, strong, and deeply connected.We talk about:00:00 Introduction: The Emotional Impact of Divorce01:10 Welcome to the Crazy Ex-Wife's Club01:39 A Heartbreaking Post on Threads03:44 Navigating Children's Emotions06:15 The Importance of Both Parents08:30 Practical Tips for Co-Parenting11:53 Personal Experiences and Apologies15:15 The Struggles of Living Between Two Houses20:19 Managing Parental Anxiety23:09 Conclusion and ResourcesStruggling to know if you should stay or go? Join The Other F Word: How Fear Keeps You StuckDecision fatigue is a real thing and it is made 1000x worse when fear has its hold on your heart. If you find yourself in the place of knowing you need to make a change but unable to actually commit to it, join me for this FREE online webinar about what is holding you hostage from making a decision about your relationship—and more importantly, how to break free.Grab your seat today and find your way forward. https://www.thecrazyexwivesclub.com/fearThe Club: A Divorce Community to Help you Get Clear, Get Grounded and Move Forward. Psst… Have you heard? There is a new online space for you to get the support and guidance you need on your divorce journey. The Club is your space to heal, grow and get clear on what you want - whether you are unhappily married or taking those first steps through divorce. The Club offers on-demand programs, monthly live connection calls and a quarterly curated healing kit. Everything The Club offers helps you get clear and get confident on what you want in your next chapter. Put your name on the VIP list to be the first invited to join. Space is limited, so grab your invite early. https://www.thecrazyexwivesclub.com/theclubwaitlistLooking for More Support? Let’s ConnectInstagram: https://instagram.com/crazyexwivesclub Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecrazyexwivesclubWebsite: https://crazyexwivesclub.com Contact: [e-mail] 15 Minute Consult: https://calendly.com/ericabennett/15min