How Do I Co-Parent When My Ex and I Can’t Be Friends?

You do not have to be friends with your ex to co-parent well. For many Nebraska parents, the healthier goal is calm, child-focused communication that follows the parenting plan and reduces unnecessary conflict. This article explains how the “polite business partner” approach can help parents set boundaries, communicate more clearly, and protect their children from adult conflict, while still recognizing that safety concerns, domestic abuse, protection orders, and court orders must always come first.