Your host Sydney Swonigan, aka The Co-Parent Whisperer, dives deep into the often-tricky world of co-parenting from the "baby mama" perspective.

As a baby mama herself, Sydney shares honest insights, hard-won wisdom, and crucial advice on the toxic behaviors to avoid for the sake of your child's well-being and your own peace of mind.

This isn't about shaming, it's about empowerment and making better decisions for a healthier co-parenting journey.

Get ready for real talk, tough love, and actionable strategies to transform your dynamic.TW: DVKey Moments:4:05 – Straight to the point: The crucial "Don'ts" of co-parenting.7:10 – Retaliation Trap: Understanding why using your child as a weapon backfires.9:45 – The Art of Compartmentalization: Separating personal hurt from parenting decisions.16:30 – Child Support vs. Visitation: Why these two should never be conflated.21:00 – Finding Your Healing: Prioritizing self-work for better co-parenting.26:50 – Communication Tools: How apps like Our Family Wizard can support healthy interaction.32:55 – Redefining Co-Parenting: It's about cordiality, not friendship.38:30 – The Gravity of False Allegations: Understanding the severe consequences.53:05 – Child's Perspective: Why badmouthing an ex truly hurts your child.59:00 – Managing Your Emotions: Strategies to process hurt outside the co-parenting dynamic.1:05:25 – The "Dos": Prioritizing self-care, boundaries, and asking for help.1:07:00 – Long-Term Impact: How your choices shape your child's future and your bond.Join the conversation! What are your biggest "dos" and "don'ts" for baby mamas? Share in the comments below.Like, subscribe, and share if you found these insights helpful! What strategies have worked for you in your co-parenting journey? Share in the comments below!Connect with us! Subscribe - www.youtube.com/@exesandbabiesLearn more - www.exesandbabies.com Follow us - www.instagram.com/exesandbabies#CoParenting #babymamadrama #singlemom #relationshipgoals #blendedfamily #fatherhood#Breakups #Divorce #Healthyparenting #ParentingTips #Podcast #SingleParenting #FamilySupport #exesandbabies

Ever wonder what effective co-parenting truly looks like? This week, we're sitting down with Brit and Matt, two Seattle parents who have developed a remarkably harmonious co-parenting dynamic. They're not just managing schedules; they're taking "blended vacations" to Hawaii with their kids and their new partners, demonstrating a unique approach to modern family life.

Watch now if you're seeking insights into navigating post-divorce dynamics. This episode offers a practical look at how they became "co-parenting goals" and the mindset it took. From their community-focused Halloween haunted house to their amicable approach to shared holidays, Brit and Matt's story can help redefine your perspective on co-parenting.

Gain practical insights and understand the strategies behind their successful blended family.

Key Moments:

9:20 - Co-Parenting Travel: Their First Shared Vacation to Disneyland

12:55 - The Million-Dollar Question: Separate Rooms or One Big Suite on Vacation?

23:45 - The Burning Question: If They Get Along So Well, Why Aren't They Together?

27:00 - Integrating New Partners into the Co-Parenting Space

30:15 - Community & Collaboration: The Annual Haunted House Fundraiser

38:00 - The Epic Hawaii "Blended Vacation" Experience!

45:00 - Building Trust: Introducing New Partners to Kids

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What happens when you're fortunate enough to be raised by co-parenting rockstars, only to find yourself navigating the complexities of a "not-so-stellar" co-parenting dynamic in your own adult relationship?

In this incredibly candid episode, Kassie Hollman shares her unique journey. She grew up with divorced parents who mastered the art of harmonious co-parenting, prioritizing their children's well-being above all else. But when Kassie later became a stepmom to a child in a high-conflict co-parenting situation, she faced a starkly different reality.

Tune in to discover Kassie's powerful insights on healthy family dynamics, personal growth, and setting crucial boundaries.

Episode Timestamps:

0:00 - Welcome Kassie! From Atlanta to Seattle & a Doctorate in Organizational Change

3:15 - The "Lucky" Divorce: How Kassie's Parents Prioritized Their Kids

7:40 - Christmas Traditions & Seamless Transitions Between Homes

11:20 - "Catfish Wins Every Time": How Kassie Chose Which Parent to Stay with

13:25 - Meeting Her Stepmom & Setting the "Not Your Mother" Boundary

17:00 - The Secret Texts: Her Parents Still Communicated About Their Kids

20:15 - Stepmom Insights: Kassie's Experience Dating a Co-Parent

23:45 - The Court-Ordered Pickups & Unhealthy Dynamics

26:00 - Why Kassie Stayed Out of the Drama (and You Should Too!)

28:30 - The Impact on Her Relationship & The Hard Decision to Leave

32:10 - Finding Happiness & The Role of a Good Therapist

34:05 - Advice for Co-Parents & Being Shielded from Conflict

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