Coparent Academy Podcast

Let us hear from you! In this 4th in a series of Reddit post discussions, we address a Reddit user's question about how to move on when your coparent is your abuser.  Next week we begin a series in which we do a deep dive into coparenting and domestic violence.  If you would like to participate in our domestic violence series as a guest, please contact us and let us know. We are interested in...

Let us hear from you! Ever wondered how to balance your child's need for social interaction with the limited time you get for quality bonding? In this episode we discuss strategies to handle the tricky situation of having your child visit friends during one parent's limited time. We share suggestions on how both parents can navigate this situation while fostering deeper connections, such...

Let us hear from you! In this second of four Reddit post weeks we have a Mom who concerned that her child seems focused on Dad and wonders if she's falling short. In three weeks we'll begin our next series, in which we cover coparenting and domestic violence.  If you would like to participate in our domestic violence series as a guest, please contact us and let us know. We are interested...

Let us hear from you! For the next four weeks, we'll be discussing some Reddit posts as we work on our next series, which will cover coparenting and domestic violence. In this week's episode, a Mom asks for advice after Dad remarried and their coparenting relationship quickly went from awesome to awful. Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email us...

Let us hear from you! This is episode five in a five-part series on how to communicate better with your child.  In this episode, we discuss how to answer your child's questions about custody and visitation issues.  Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at podcast@coparentacademy.com .  To learn more about becoming the best coparent you can be, vi...

Let us hear from you! This is episode four in a five-part series on how to communicate better with your child.  In this episode, we discuss the four basic parenting types. Which type sounds most like you? Next week, we'll talk about if, how, and when to have difficult divorce and separation conversations with your child. Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, ple...

Let us hear from you! This is episode three in a five-part series on how to communicate better with your child.  In this episode, we discuss children's acquisition and integration of language at various ages and how that process affects your communication with your child.  Next week, we'll talk about the four basic parenting types and how they affect your communication with your child. ...

Let us hear from you! This is episode two in a five-part series on how to communicate better with your child.  In this episode, we continue with Erik Erickson's stages of psychosocial development, beginning with school-age children. Next week, we'll talk about how children acquire and integrate language, and what that process means for how you communicate with them as they progress throu...

Let us hear from you! This episode begins a five-part series on how to communicate better with your child.  In this episode, we start by introducing Erik Erickson's stages of psychosocial development to better understand your child's developmental needs at various ages. Next week we'll continue with Erik Erickson's stages of psychosocial development, beginning with school-age c...

Let us hear from you! This episode is the last in a four-part series on the stress children feel during separation and divorce and the coping mechanisms available to them. In this episode, we start out discussion about coping mechanisms available to children. These episodes are based on the Children's Stress Scale used by Linda for years as part of her work with children. Thanks for listening...

Let us hear from you! This episode is our third in a four-part series on the stress children feel during separation and divorce and the coping mechanisms available to them. In this episode, we start out discussion about coping mechanisms available to children. These episodes are based on the Children's Stress Scale used by Linda for years as part of her work with children. Thanks for listenin...

Let us hear from you! This episode is our second in a four-part series on the stress children feel during separation and divorce and the coping mechanisms available to them. In this episode, we continue to discuss the various stress factors affecting children. In Episodes 77 and 78, we'll discuss the coping mechanisms available to children. These episodes are based on the Children's Stre...

Let us hear from you! In this episode we begin a four-part series on the stress children feel during separation and divorce and the coping mechanisms available to them. In Episodes 75 and 76, we'll discuss the various stress factors affecting children. In Episodes 77 and 78, we'll discuss the coping mechanisms available to children. These episodes are based on the Children's Stress...

Let us hear from you! This week we conclude our two-episode conversation with Brad Baldridge. Brad Baldridge, CFP®, is a College Funding Consultant specializing in late-stage college funding planning and the chief podcaster of Taming The High Cost Of College.  He provides customized planning using the latest financial aid, tax, cash flow and academic strategies. In this conversation, we dig into t...

Let us hear from you! This week we begin a two-episode conversation with Brad Baldridge. Brad Baldridge, CFP®, is a College Funding Consultant specializing in late-stage college funding planning and the chief podcaster of Taming The High Cost Of College.  He provides customized planning using the latest financial aid, tax, cash flow and academic strategies.  In this conversation, we discuss the di...

Let us hear from you! This week, we conclude our conversation with attorney and Guardian ad Litem Keith Jones. In this episode we discuss the Guardian ad Litem report, participation in mediation, and participation in trial as an expert witness. Thanks for listening!  If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please email us at podcast@coparentacademy.com .  To learn more about becoming the bes...

Let us hear from you! This week we begin a two-episode conversation with attorney and Guardian ad Litem Keith Jones. Keith has nearly 30 years' experience as an attorney and Guardian ad Litem and was kind enough to share his experience and expertise with us. This week's episode is an introduction to the concept of a Guardian ad Litem, including what one is, when one is appointed, how the...

Let us hear from you! This week we conclude our conversation with Licensed Professional Counselor Jaime Vogt about Extended Forensic Evaluations (EFE). In this episode, Jaime discusses in detail the process she uses to conduct an EFE. Jaime is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Oklahoma. She has conducted over 3,000 forensic interviews of children for frontline investigations.  Prio...

Let us hear from you! This week we are thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with Jaime Vogt for the first part in a two-part series on extended forensic evaluations.  Jaime is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Oklahoma. She has conducted over 3,000 forensic interviews of children for frontline investigations.  Prior to starting her private practice she began her work with c...

Let us hear from you! This is third of three episodes focused on reconciliation counseling. In this episode, we discuss the risks and rewards of reconciliation counseling, as well as some thoughts for the custodial parent.    After listening to this episode, you'll know what to expect if you or someone in your family is going through reconciliation counseling.   To do a much deeper dive into...

Let us hear from you! This is the second of three episodes focused on reconciliation counseling. In this episode, we discuss the process of reconciliation counseling.  After listening to this episode, you'll know what to expect if you or someone in your family is going through reconciliation counseling.    To do a much deeper dive into the concept and practicalities of reconciliation counseli...

Let us hear from you! This is the first of three episodes focused on reconciliation counseling. In this episode, we discuss what reconciliation counseling is, when it is appropriate, and when it is inappropriate.   To do a much deeper dive into the concept and practicalities of reconciliation counseling, take our Reconciliation Counseling course at coparentacademy.com . Thanks for listening!  If y...

Let us hear from you! Mom is frustrated that Dad won't help their young child with homework. What should she do about her concerns? Visit coparentacademy.com to see all available courses and discounted course bundles.  In this podcast we reference our coparenting principles that are the foundation of our Coparent Academy approach. You can learn more about our coparenting principles in our Fou...

Let us hear from you! Mom has a high conflict coparent who is rude and mean in his communication with her. Mom feels anxious about communicating with Dad and asks for advice on how to deal with her high conflict coparent. Visit coparentacademy.com to see all available courses and discounted course bundles.  Our Foundations Bundle at Coparent Academy can help you deal with a high conflict coparent...

Let us hear from you! What should a child call each parent's house? is there anything wrong with saying "Mom's house" or "Dad's house"? What does it mean if a child call's one parent's house "home", but not the other? Visit coparentacademy.com to see all available courses and discounted course bundles.  This episode discusses stepfamily dynami...