2. Relax. If your emotions become too overwhelming, learn to relax and breathe slowly or ask that conversation be continued later. Leave if you have to.

3. Bring a friend. If in past talking to your 'ex' has resulted in violence or verbal attack, take another person with you.

4. Back off. If your 'ex' is emotionally closed, back off. Keep on talking and explaining will get angry while your 'ex' gets irritated. Just wait for a better time or write a letter. Letters are a perfect option for communicating clearly and without emotions. They also allow other person time to digest what you say.

5. Bounce it back. If your 'ex' attacks you verbally, reply, "I refuse to receive that. I need to be respected in this conversation and, if you're not able to do that right now, we should continue this later." Don't act snotty, superior, or self-righteous. Be kind. If your 'ex' continues to bait you into an argument, leave calmly and quietly.

Remember your children's welfare must always be your first priority. Think about long-term effects on your children of everything you and your ex say and do. Follow above goals and guidelines. Strive to improve your co-parenting communication then you can create best possible co-parenting relation. Do all these for your children sake.

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