Co-Parenting During the Holidays – Building New Traditions

Episode Summary: In this episode of Counsel and Community, Sarah Green, Certified High-Conflict Divorce Coach and Family Law Non-Attorney Mediator, joins Brett A. Nelson, Founding Attorney of Nelson Law Group, PC, to discuss how divorced or separated parents can navigate co-parenting during the holidays with less conflict and more joy. They share advice on creating fair parenting schedules, communicating respectfully, and focusing on what truly matters — making the holidays special for the children. Sarah also offers perspective on how to reframe the season as an opportunity to start fresh, build new traditions, and create lasting memories.

Key Timestamps:

00:00 – Introduction to co-parenting during the holidays 01:10 – Common legal issues around holiday visitation 02:30 – Why flexibility matters more than the date itself 04:00 – Importance of including standard possession schedules in decrees 05:20 – How to handle disputes over holiday schedules 07:00 – The power of saying “yes” and prioritizing the children’s needs 08:30 – Reframing the holidays: Sarah on creating new traditions after divorce 09:45 – How kindness and cooperation impact children’s holiday experience 10:30 – Mindful Moment: Brainstorming new family traditions

About the Show: Counsel and Community brings together experienced attorneys from the Nelson Law Group to share practical legal insights and personal growth advice. Each episode offers compassionate guidance on family law, divorce, and co-parenting — helping families move forward with clarity and confidence.