Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends Divorce and Devices: Co-Parenting in the Digital Age
In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends', Sue Atkins and cohost Angeline Corvaglia address the challenges families face with divorce in the digital age.
They discuss the role of technology in co-parenting, including the use of co-parenting apps like Separating Better, Our Family Wizard, and Amicable.
The episode highlights the importance of managing screen time in two homes, utilizing parental controls, and the impact of social media.
Legal expert Matthew Taylor from Stowe Family Law brings extensive experience in family law, specialising in divorce, co-parenting arrangements, and child custody disputes.
Listeners receive practical tips on how to navigate challenges, ensuring consistency and reducing misunderstandings during separation.
Sponsor:
This episode is sponsored by OnePlusOne, Separating Better.
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00:00 Introduction to Navigating the Digital Jungle
00:48 Divorce and Devices: Navigating Emotional Challenges
03:02 Co-Parenting Communication in the Digital Age
05:49 Managing Children's Screen Time Across Two Homes
08:46 Introducing Our Guest: Matthew Taylor on Family Law
09:32 The Impact of Technology on Co-Parenting
15:12 Strategies for Healthy Digital Communication Post-Divorce
22:05 Handling Anger and Online Behaviour During Divorce
23:59 Pause Before Posting: Essential Advice
25:31 Social Media Evidence in Custody Disputes
26:50 Tech Abuse and Harassment
27:30 Screen Time and Co-Parenting Challenges
29:14 Top Tips for Navigating Divorce and Technology
30:24 Co-Parenting Apps: A Modern Solution
37:00 Listener Questions: Addressing Teen Venting
39:59 Weekly Quick Tips for Co-Parenting
42:11 Conclusion and Resources
Divorce Journal for Kids - https://sueatkinsparentingcoach.com/product/the-divorce-journal-for-kids/
Navigating the Digital Jungle Resources: Navigating the Digital Jungle
Angeline Corvaglia
Data Girl and Friends: Data Girl and Friends
Matthew Taylor
https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/team/matthew-taylor/
Apps and Resources for Co-Parenting
Separating Better App: https://www.oneplusone.org.uk/separating-better
Our Family Wizard: Our Family Wizard
AppClose: AppClose
Legal and Family Supports
CAFCASS Parenting Plan: CAFCASS Parenting Plan
Stowe Family Law: Stowe Family Law
Stowe Family Law Support: Stowe Family Law Support
Stowe Talks Podcast: https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-talks/
Pinwheel Child-Safe Smartphone: Pinwheel