EPISODE · Sep 8, 2025 · 15 MIN
Is Joint Decision-Making Right for You?
from Divorce with Sam and Leah · host Sam and Leah
Joint decision-making sounds fair in theory—two parents sharing responsibility for major decisions like school, medical care, and more. But in practice, it only works if both parties can actually function like a team.In this episode, we’re breaking down 5 essential things that must be in place for joint legal custody to work—plus what happens when you’re co-parenting with a high-conflict ex who can’t meet those standards. If your co-parent refuses to compromise, constantly creates chaos, or uses communication as a weapon, this is for you.You’ll walk away with clarity, validation, and a better understanding of what’s realistic—and what’s not—when it comes to making big decisions together after divorce.🎧 Press play and take notes—this episode could save you a ton of stress (and legal fees).👉 Ready for more tools, support, and strategies for high-conflict co-parenting? Join The Next Chapter membership and get access to weekly workshops, expert guests, and a private community of moms who get it. Join here: https://www.samandleah.com/services#coparenting #divorcesupport #highconflictparenting #jointcustody #singlemomlife #thenextchapter #divorcecoach #custodytips #coparentingwithanarcissist #mindfullyready
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Joint decision-making sounds fair in theory—two parents sharing responsibility for major decisions like school, medical care, and more. But in practice, it only works if both parties can actually function like a team.In this episode, we’re breaking down 5 essential things that must be in place for joint legal custody to work—plus what happens when you’re co-parenting with a high-conflict ex who can’t meet those standards. If your co-parent refuses to compromise, constantly creates chaos, or uses communication as a weapon, this is for you.You’ll walk away with clarity, validation, and a better understanding of what’s realistic—and what’s not—when it comes to making big decisions together after divorce.🎧 Press play and take notes—this episode could save you a ton of stress (and legal fees).👉 Ready for more tools, support, and strategies for high-conflict co-parenting? Join The Next Chapter membership and get access to weekly workshops, expert guests, and a private community of moms who get it. Join here: https://www.samandleah.com/services#coparenting #divorcesupport #highconflictparenting #jointcustody #singlemomlife #thenextchapter #divorcecoach #custodytips #coparentingwithanarcissist #mindfullyready
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