{"product_id":"co-parenting-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394375349","title":"Co-Parenting For Dummies (Paperback \/ softback) 9781394375349","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eCo-Parenting For Dummies\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eJann Blackstone (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781394375349, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 11 June 2026\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e336 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 18.8 x 2.8 cm, 0.454 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReal world strategies to co-parent like a pro\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCo-Parenting For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003eshows you how to build a rock-solid foundation for your kids, no matter what your relationship looks like right now. You'll discover proven approaches that actually work in the messy, complicated world of real life—all centered on improving communication between co-parents and working together instead of against each other. Plus, you'll learn how to handle those inevitable clashes over different parenting styles and master stress-reduction strategies for navigating holidays, weddings, and other special events. The book also covers essential self-care strategies to keep you sane and expert guidance on designing workable parenting plans tailored to your children's specific needs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll also find: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategies for crafting a co-parenting plan that actually sticks \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmart tactics for diffusing tension (without losing your mind)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical ways to blend different parenting approaches \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExpert guidance on integrating new partners and extended family\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're fresh out of a breakup, deep in divorce proceedings, or just trying to figure out this whole co-parenting thing, \u003ci\u003eCo-Parenting For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e gives you the tools to turn cooperation from impossible dream into everyday reality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eINTRODUCTION 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout This Book 3\u003cbr\u003eFoolish Assumptions 4\u003cbr\u003eLanguage Used in This Book 4\u003cbr\u003eIcons Used in This Book 5\u003cbr\u003eHow This Book Is Organized 5\u003cbr\u003ePart 1: Building the Foundation 6\u003cbr\u003ePart 2: Making Co-Parenting Work Day to Day 6\u003cbr\u003ePart 3: Finding Balance 6\u003cbr\u003ePart 4: Managing Special Occasions and Child-Centered Milestones 6\u003cbr\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 7\u003cbr\u003eBeyond the Book 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART 1: BUILDING THE FOUNDATION 9\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 1: Understanding What Co-Parenting Means 11\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 2: Setting the Stage for Collaborative Co-Parenting 21\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 3: Establishing Co-Parenting Goals and Designing a Collaborative Plan 35\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 4: Communicating Effectively 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART 2: MAKING CO-PARENTING WORK DAY TO DAY 73\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 5: Accepting the Back-and-Forth Lifestyle 75\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 6: Dating After a Breakup 85\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 7: Establishing Parenting Plans 107\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 8: Child and Spousal Support 139\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 9: Forming Your Co-Parenting Team 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART 3: FINDING BALANCE 171\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 10: Making Both Homes Safe Places 173\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 11: Helping Your Children Cope with Your Breakup 201\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 12: Coping with Your Own Stress 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART 4: MANAGING SPECIAL OCCASIONS AND CHILD-CENTERED MILESTONES 237\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 13: Enjoying Holidays and Child-Centered Milestones 239\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 14: Making a New Commitment, and Planning the Festivities 261\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 15: Supporting Children of Co-Parents When They Commit or Marry 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePART 5: THE PART OF TENS 297\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 16: Ten Rules of Good Ex Etiquette 299\u003cbr\u003eCHAPTER 17: Ten Practical Resets 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eINDEX 309\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Religion \u0026amp; beliefs [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Religion \u0026amp; beliefs\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Religion%20\u0026amp;%20beliefs%20%5BHR%5D%22\"\u003eHR\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"For Dummies","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52433827266840,"sku":"9781394375349","price":15.45,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781394375349.jpg?v=1784854468","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/co-parenting-for-dummies-paperback-softback-9781394375349","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}