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Articles and resources about co-parenting, family organisation and children's wellbeing.
March 21, 2026
Custody calendar templates: free download and digital alternative
Download free shared custody calendar templates in PDF and Excel. Discover why the digital alternative is far more effective.
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March 20, 2026
5 Mistakes When Managing Shared Expenses With Your Ex (and How to Avoid Them)
The most common mistakes when splitting children's expenses after divorce, and practical solutions to prevent unnecessary conflict.
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March 19, 2026
WhatsApp vs co-parenting app: why you should make the switch
Comparing WhatsApp and a dedicated co-parenting app for communicating with your ex. Real advantages, honest drawbacks, and when to make the move.
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March 18, 2026
Communication Between Divorced Parents: 10 Key Principles
Improve communication with your ex: channels, messaging apps, phone calls, and email. 10 key principles to protect your children from parental conflict.
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March 17, 2026
How to convince your ex to use a co-parenting app
Practical strategies for proposing a co-parenting app to your ex without triggering conflict. Arguments, timing, and alternatives.
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March 16, 2026
Set up your co-parenting calendar in 10 minutes: a step-by-step guide
A practical guide to setting up a digital shared parenting calendar for separated parents in the UK. Step by step with real examples and everyday tips.
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March 15, 2026
Tracking shared expenses for your children: why a spreadsheet isn't enough
Find out why a spreadsheet or notebook isn't sufficient for tracking your children's expenses — and what digital alternatives actually work.
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March 14, 2026
7 Essential Digital Tools for Separated Parents in 2026
The best digital tools for separated parents: co-parenting apps, shared calendars, expense management, and family communication.
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March 13, 2026
How to Document Everything to Protect Yourself Legally in Custody
A practical guide to documenting custody communication, expenses, and agreements. What to record, how to do it, and why it matters legally.
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March 12, 2026
Guilt, anger and relief: managing your emotions as a separated father
How to handle the emotional rollercoaster of divorce when you are a parent. Psychologist-backed advice for dealing with guilt, anger and starting over.
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March 11, 2026
Self-care for separated parents: you can't care for others if you don't care for yourself
A self-care guide for separated parents: managing stress, building healthy routines, finding support, and prioritising your well-being without guilt.
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March 10, 2026
How to Stop Fighting with Your Ex: The Business Partner Technique
A practical guide for separated parents: use the business partner technique to reduce conflict with your ex and manage co-parenting far more calmly.
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March 9, 2026
Parallel parenting: what it is and when to use it
Parallel parenting means raising children separately, with minimal direct contact between parents. Learn when to use it, how it works, and how it differs from co-parenting.
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March 8, 2026
Christmas with separated parents: how to enjoy the holidays without conflict
A practical guide to organising Christmas after separation: splitting school holiday days, building new traditions, and protecting the magic for your children.
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March 7, 2026
Summer holidays with shared custody: how to plan them stress-free
How to plan summer holidays under shared custody: dividing weeks, travel, summer camps, and communicating with the other parent.
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March 6, 2026
New partners in co-parenting: how to manage blended families
How to handle the arrival of a new partner in a co-parenting situation: introducing them to the children, setting boundaries, managing jealousy, and building a healthy blended family.
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March 5, 2026
Shared custody in Mexico: rights, obligations and organization
A complete guide to shared custody in Mexico: the legal framework, parental rights, child support, and how to stay organized with digital tools.
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March 4, 2026
Shared custody in Colombia: a legal and practical guide for parents
Everything you need to know about shared custody in Colombia: the legal framework, parental rights, child support obligations, and how to organize co-parenting.
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