First let us identify source of most post-divorce parental conflict. It is only when we are able to identify exactly source of most post-divorce parental conflict that we are able to stop. It is said that building or maintaining regular communication with your 'ex' is one of most important keys to successful divorce parenting. If there exist an ineffective communicating relationship between spouses, one may be left other uninformed of important matters relative to their children and thus often become major source of new parental conflict.

Effective parenting after divorce requires effective communication. Even if spouses don't like each other, or disagree on many issues, they still have to work together as a team as far as their children are concerned. Both should know what's going on.

With stronger co-parenting communication, there will be less chance of misunderstandings and conflicts between ex-spouses -- and a better chance of a healthy upbringing for children.

Here are five goals you can set to improve co-parenting communication:

1. Have a clear, consistent schedules and rules.

2. Keep each other abreast of any parenting-related developments or important issues.

3. Set an appointment to speak with your ex about any problems, then be polite but firm while trying to solve them.

4. Develop a trust level between each other.

5. Be civil and reasonable at all times.

To keep communication healthy, use these guidelines when you communicate in person with your 'ex'.