Co-Parenting After Divorce: Boundaries With Your Ex’s New Partner

Co-Parenting After Divorce: Boundaries With Your Ex’s New Partner

Co-parenting after divorce is tough—and it gets even harder when a new partner enters the picture. Do you collaborate with your ex’s new partner, or set firm boundaries?

In this episode of The Crazy Ex-Wives Club, I share real stories from both sides—navigating life with a stepparent as a parent, and stepping into the role of stepparent myself. You’ll hear the honest truths about blended families, boundaries, and how to protect your kids’ wellbeing while choosing peace over drama.


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways

  • The biggest risks (and benefits) of working with your ex’s new partner

  • Why clear intentions and boundaries matter more than ever

  • How to handle the “two vs. one” power dynamic

  • Tools to manage triggers and choose peace over drama

  • Why blended families are the new norm—and how to make them work

Remember: at the end of the day, it’s not about winning against your ex or their partner—it’s about what’s best for the kids.


⏱️ Episode Timestamps

  • 00:00 – Intro

  • 02:12 – Personal Experience with Stepparenting

  • 02:48 – Navigating Intentions and Expectations

  • 07:26 – Creating a Co-Parenting Plan

  • 09:08 – Challenges and Emotional Triggers

  • 16:02 – Mediation and Legal Complications

  • 18:40 – Lessons Learned and Final Thoughts

  • 20:52 – Setting Boundaries in Co-Parenting

  • 22:10 – Creating Clear Boundaries

  • 24:20 – The Emotions of Co-Parenting

  • 27:46 – Navigating Blended Families

  • 30:08 – The Role of a Stepparent


    🌟 Resources & Links

    The Club: A Divorce Community to Help You Heal & Move Forward
    An online space to get support and guidance on your divorce journey. Whether you’re unhappily married or navigating co-parenting after divorce, The Club gives you the clarity and grounding you need.
    👉 Grab your spot now

    The Emotions of Co-Parenting Program
    A self-guided journal + video series to help you anchor yourself, manage emotional storms, and create the stability your kids need.
    👉 Check it out here

    Connect with The Crazy Ex-Wives Club


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