How to Co-Parent Without Conflict (Even If Your Ex Is Difficult): with Gabriella Pomare
Divorce doesn’t end parenting — it changes it.
In this episode of the Dad to Dads Podcast, family lawyer and author Gabriella Pomare shares powerful insights on collaborative co-parenting, high conflict divorce, healthy communication, and protecting your children after separation.
If you’re struggling with:
- Co-parenting with a difficult ex
- High conflict custody situations
- Parallel parenting vs collaborative parenting
- Communication breakdown after divorce
- Setting boundaries with your ex
- Blended family dynamics
- Helping kids cope with divorce
…this episode is for you.
Gabriella explains the 4 pillars of effective co-parent communication:
- Listen
- Pause
- Reflect
- Respond
She also shares:
- What most divorced parents get wrong
- How kids internalize conflict (even when you think they don’t)
- What to do when the other parent won’t cooperate
- How to model maturity for your children
- Why some adult children cut off their parents later in life
- How to navigate holidays and blended family stress
This conversation is practical, honest, and deeply important for any parent navigating separation or divorce.
Remember: It’s not about winning. It’s about your children.
🎙 Guest: Gabriella Pomare
📘 Author of The Collaborative Co-Parent
🌎 Website: https://www.thecollaborativeco-parent.com
📱 Instagram: @thegabriellapomare
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- Show
- FrequencyUpdated Weekly
- Published11 February 2026 at 8:00 am UTC
- Length40 min
- Episode58
- RatingClean
