We all know how important the co-parenting relationship is after a divorce. You have children together, and thus will be dealing with each other for a very long time, which means you are going to have to find a way to get along when it comes to the kids. Sometimes this is relatively easy, sometimes it can be a nightmare.
Having to stay in contact with someone who has hurt you deeply is never ideal. It’s natural to harbor some resentment after everything you’ve been through, but you have to put those things aside for the sake of your children. They need to see a civil relationship between their parents regardless of what happened in your marriage.
There have been plenty of times since my divorce that I have been beyond angry at my ex-husband. Unfortunately, the drama doesn’t end the moment the papers are signed. There have been times when
I’ve wanted to scream and yell at him for being so unreasonable, but he is Logan’s father and he loves him, so I’ve learned to put on a happy face. I’ve learned to pick my battles and let some things go, even though it wasn’t fair. I love my son, and he is far more important to me than justice.
It’s hard to deal with an ex, but naturally you both love your children and want what is best for them. It’s time to put aside your differences and learn to get along. Even if you are the only one willing to compromise, you need to do what you think is best for your children. That doesn’t mean you let them walk all over you, but it is up to you to decide what battles are worth fighting and which are not. It may not be easy, but someday your children will thank you for being willing to be the bigger person for them.