Dear CoParent

06/06/2026

Miranda Kerr recently shared something I wish more co-parents understood: peaceful co-parenting doesn’t happen because there’s no hurt—it happens because parents make a conscious decision to put their child ahead of their unresolved feelings. She spoke about forgiveness, accountability, and creating peace after her separation from Orlando Bloom , all in service of their son.
(https://www.momtastic.com/celebrities/818637-miranda-kerr-orlando-bloom-co-parenting-relationship/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

As someone who works with high-conflict families every day, I see this truth over and over again: your child does not need perfect parents. Your child needs parents who are willing to prioritize their well-being over being right.

Co-parenting is not about winning. It’s not about keeping score. It’s about asking one simple question before every decision, every text, every reaction: “Is this helping my child?”
The parents who create the healthiest outcomes aren’t necessarily the ones who agree on everything. They’re the ones who learn how to separate their adult conflict from their child’s emotional needs.
That shift changes everything.

Article:

Miranda Kerr opened about co-parenting their kid, Flynn, with Orlando Bloom, and how she chooses to keep it peaceful.

06/05/2026

Don’t spend thousands on a vacation your kids won’t even remember.
PART 1.--- STAY TUNED FOR PART 2
Parents feel pressure to create memories or want to keep up with the Bezos but the reality is the 3-year-old doesn’t care if they’re at a luxury resort in Europe or splashing in a motel pool 30 minutes away.
Wait until they’re 12 or 14 OR EVEN OLDER. Create memories when they can actually appreciate (and remember) the experience. And chances are… you’ll enjoy it more too.
Kids usually remember connection, attention, and how they felt — not the price tag.
Don’t believe me? Stay tuned for Part 2 when I tell you my vacation horror story.

06/04/2026

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06/04/2026

“The best interests of the child” is the standard in family court.
And while we all want things to feel fair, comfortable, validating, or easier… every time you suggest a parenting arrangement, a schedule change, or a court request, ask yourself one question:
Whose needs are really being served here? The answer MUST be the children.
That’s not to say your life, your feelings, or your needs don’t matter. They absolutely do. But when you become a parent, there are moments where your child’s needs have to matter more.
Sometimes the harder choice for you is the healthier choice for them.
The strongest co-parents are the ones who can separate their own needs, hurt, resentment, and desire to “win” from what their children actually need.

06/03/2026

Your lawyer can only protect you from the facts they know — not the ones you “forgot” to mention.
Surprises are expensive. The texts, the Venmo, the old arrest, the new relationship, the hidden bank account, the “small” incident… it’s all coming out eventually.
Tell your lawyer everything early so they can strategize, protect you, and keep you from getting blindsided in court. Half the battle in family law is preparation — and honesty with your own team is critical.
Nothing is worse than your attorney getting blindsided by information they should have heard from you first. If you need help telling giving your lawyer the 4-1-1 you should ask yourself is this the right lawyer for me….

06/02/2026

Here are the latest trends we’re seeing in divorce mediation from East Coast to West Coast.

I’m collaborating with Dawn Clement to discuss what we’re seeing more and more in mediation rooms, co-parenting disputes, and divorce negotiations.

Part 2: Political Divide & One-and-Done Mediations

Political differences are showing up more frequently in divorces. One spouse is on the left, the other is on the right, and what once seemed manageable is becoming increasingly difficult for some couples to navigate.
We are seeing a rise in “one-and-done” mediation sessions. Whether it’s to save money or because information is more accessible than ever, more couples are coming prepared, informed, and ready to move through the divorce process efficiently.

Stay tuned for Part 3.

05/30/2026

Five years from now, I want my child to remember that I ________.

I made them feel safe.
I made them feel important.
I made them feel seen.

Notice that all of these are feelings and not things.

Your turn — fill in the blank 👇

05/30/2026

The last thing your kids need is hearing you talk about them behind their back.

Not on the phone.
Not to family.
Not to friends at the dinner table.

Kids struggle enough without feeling judged or criticized by the people they trust most. And eventually, those conversations create distance. Kids stop opening up.

If you want to keep the door open, keep your mouth shut behind their back.

05/28/2026

Robin recommends… and so does .

Loving this bag.

Big enough for real life without looking oversized or bulky — which, honestly, is harder to find than people think.

Classic, clean, and something you could actually use every day, take to court, or even better… travel with.

05/28/2026

Dress for court.

When in doubt, wear what you would wear to church, temple, or a job interview.
YOU DON’T ALWAYS need a suit, though. Sometimes you want to dress a hair down (not like you are going to a club), but not like you are about to start making objections and motions.
READ: YOU don’t need to look like a lawyer.
Bottom line: If you’re the parent going in front of a judge, don’t try to look like the lawyer. Try to look like yourself… on your best day.
Clean.
Respectful.
Put together.
Human.
A little authenticity goes a long way in family court.