The CoParent Blog
Practical advice for co-parents who want to do right by their kids.
7 Communication Rules That Actually Work for Co-Parents
Forget the generic advice. These are battle-tested strategies from family therapists and real co-parents who turned daily conflict into calm cooperation.
How to Split Kids' Expenses Without Starting a War
From school supplies to soccer cleats, shared expenses are the #1 source of co-parenting arguments. Here's a system that actually keeps things fair.
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Designing a Custody Schedule Your Kids Will Actually Thrive On
The 2-2-3 rotation, week-on-week-off, or something custom? We break down the most common custody arrangements and who they work best for.
Helping Kids Feel at Home in Two Houses
Moving between homes is hard for children. Child psychologists share practical tips for making transitions smoother and both houses feel like home.
The Co-Parent's Guide to Holidays Without the Drama
Birthdays, Christmas, summer break — holidays amplify co-parenting tension. Plan ahead with these frameworks and your kids will remember the joy, not the stress.
What Every Custody Agreement Should Include (But Most Don't)
Your custody agreement is more than a schedule. A family law attorney explains the often-missed clauses that prevent future conflict.
Co-Parenting After a High-Conflict Divorce: A Survival Guide
When emotions are still raw, parallel parenting might be the healthier first step. Learn the difference and how to make it work for your family.
How to Explain Divorce to Kids at Every Age
What a 4-year-old needs to hear is very different from what a 12-year-old needs. Age-by-age scripts for the hardest conversation you'll ever have.
Why We Built CoParent: Our Story
We were co-parents struggling with spreadsheets and awkward Venmo requests. So we built the tool we wished existed. Here's the full story.
You Can't Pour From an Empty Cup: Self-Care for Co-Parents
Between custody swaps and after-school pickups, when do you take care of yourself? Realistic self-care strategies for parents who feel they have zero time.
Keeping Medical Info in Sync Across Two Households
Allergies, medications, vaccination records, insurance cards — when your child splits time between homes, critical health info can slip through the cracks.
When and How to Introduce a New Partner to Your Kids
There's no perfect time, but there are better and worse ways to handle it. A therapist's framework for navigating new relationships as a co-parent.