Tip #5: Discuss ongoing issues regarding the children on an as-needed basis.
Tip #6: Express, to the children, support of one another whenever possible. Your children will benefit greatly from a united and supportive parental team.
Tip #7: Include present spouses in the parental plan openly only if your former spouse can tolerate it. Otherwise, discuss the parental plan with your spouse privately. Be attentive and considerate of her/his input, and present the input to your ex.
Check back next week for my final 3 tips and the conclusion to this blog series.
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