BEYOND THE BASICS

Your family doesn't fit a mould. Neither do our resources.

Standard parenting plans don't fit every family. We explore the real-world situations that need a more thoughtful approach, from long-distance parenting to supporting neurodiverse children. These resources help you navigate the complexities that typical advice misses.

Long-distance parenting

Long-distance parenting

Practical strategies for maintaining meaningful parent-child contact across provinces or countries.

Parent-child contact problems

Parent-child contact problems

Understanding and addressing resistance or refusal in a way that puts the child first.

Diverse family structures

Diverse family structures

Guidance for blended families, multi-generational homes, and non-traditional arrangements.

Cultural considerations

Cultural considerations

How Indigenous heritage, cultural traditions, and values shape parenting plans and decisions.

Relocation and mobility

Relocation and mobility

Navigating the legal and emotional complexity when one parent needs to move.

Neurodiversity

Neurodiversity

Supporting children with ADHD, autism, and other neurotypes within co-parenting frameworks.

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INCLUSIVE BEST INTERESTS

The neurodiversity and identity resource hub

Gender Identity in Parenting Coordination

This article explains how parenting coordination supports children navigating gender identity questions or transitions. It discusses best practices grounded in child development and respectful, affirming communication.

Navigating Indigenous Heritage in Parenting Coordination

This article highlights the importance of cultural awareness in parenting coordination when children have Indigenous heritage. It explores how identity, community, and tradition shape a child's well-being.

When Parents Disagree: Navigating ADHD, Assessments, and the Path Forward

When parents disagree on an ADHD assessment, the focus must shift from a win-loss mentality to a data-driven approach that prioritizes the child's functional success and long-term mental health.

Neurodivergent Children and Grief

General, non-prescriptive insights to help co-parents support elementary-aged children — particularly those with ADHD or autism — through a grandparent's serious illness or death, while emphasizing that under s.37 of the FLA, each child's best interests require an individualized assessment.

Cold & Flu Season: The Time for Co-Parenting Teamwork

The Cold & Flu Season guide emphasizes that childhood illness should be treated as a shared medical event rather than a logistical battleground, requiring parents to prioritize the child's physical comfort over strict adherence to the parenting schedule.

Why Sharing Your Location with Your Co-Parent is Optimal

This article explains how voluntary location sharing can reduce suspicion, anxiety, and conflict. It distinguishes transparency from surveillance and emphasizes consent and boundaries.

Navigating Co-Parenting: Fostering Independence, Healthy Boundaries, and Shared Standards

This article explores how shared standards and clear boundaries support children's independence across households. It explains why consistency matters more than control.

When Words Hurt: Swearing, Emotional Modeling, and Your Child's Sense of Safety

This article explains how language and emotional tone shape a child's sense of safety. It explores how swearing, sarcasm, and verbal aggression are internalized by children.

When Duty Calls: Maintaining Connection During Temporary Relocation

When a parent must temporarily relocate for work, military service, or health reasons, a Connection Plan helps protect a child's emotional security through concrete reminders like recorded stories, hug shirts, and visual countdown calendars.

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RESOURCE BREAK

A Parenting Coordinator  with over 30 years of experience with diversity needs of children

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FOR THE CURIOUS CHILD

Over 80 articles on special topics for every family situation.

Explore how determinations work

Understanding enforcement helps you see the full picture. See how binding decisions keep your plan moving.

REFERENCE LIBRARY

An updated bibliography of articles on special topics

We've refreshed our reference section with 10 curated articles covering neurodiversity, ADHD, Indigenous heritage, and gender identity — with school-related items removed.