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Co-Parenting as a Neurodivergent Mom: What No One Talks About
Nostalgic Neurodivergent Podcast·Kori·Feb 5, 2025· 1 minutes

 If only co-parenting worked like a 90s sitcom—where everything wraps up in 22 minutes with a heartfelt hug. But real life? It's messy, unpredictable, and exhausting. And if you’re a neurodivergent mom, the challenges multiply. In this episode, we’re diving into what co-parenting really looks like when you're managing sensory overwhelm, executive dysfunction, and a high-conflict ex.

📌 What You’ll Learn:

  • Why co-parenting feels extra hard for ND moms
  • The emotional regulation strategies that help keep you grounded
  • Boundaries & communication tactics when dealing with a difficult co-parent
  • How to protect your peace and parent your way

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Timestamps:
[00:00:00] If only co-parenting worked like a 90s sitcom... but it doesn’t.
[00:01:00] Why co-parenting is extra hard for ND moms
[00:02:00] Emotional regulation strategies to help you stay grounded
[00:03:00] Boundaries & communication tips for handling a difficult co-parent
[00:05:00] The Elephant in the Room: You can’t control your co-parent, but you can control how much energy you give them.
[00:06:00] Final thoughts & how to get support

📌 Resources Mentioned:
🔗 Grab the Complex Family Dynamics Communication Guide
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