Why Good Co-Parents Make Complicated Dating Partners - Episode 56

In this episode, Dr. Marjorie Dorimé-Williams and Dr. Michael Steven Williams talk about why dating after divorce can feel harder for people who are good co-parents. They explain how having a healthy relationship with an ex can make you look stable and attractive, but also make new partners nervous or jealous.The conversation covers dating boundaries, trust issues, emotional triggers, and why some people struggle to date someone who communicates well with their ex. They also talk about red flags like calling every ex a narcissist, people who fear co-parenting setups, and partners who struggle with shared parenting routines.You’ll also hear their thoughts on when to introduce new partners to your kids, what children learn from the relationships they watch, and how to build safe and respectful communication in new relationships.This episode is for anyone who is dating after divorce, co-parenting, or trying to understand how parenting and relationships intersect.📱 Follow Us on InstagramParents & Professors Podcast: / parentsandprofessorspodDr. Michael Steven Williams: / drmikewillDr. Marjorie Dorimé-Williams: / drminimarj🕒 CHAPTERS0:00 Intro1:00 Dating boundaries in co-parenting situations4:30 The jealousy problem13:00 Learning from past relationships20:30 Building trust and emotional safety24:00 When to introduce a new partner to your kids28:00 What your kids learn from watching you38:00 Co-parenting logistics when new partners join42:00 Mutual respect and healthy communication#CoParenting #DatingAfterDivorce #ParentsAndProfessorsPodcast Disclaimer:The information shared in this video is for general discussion only. We are not responsible for any decisions you make based on this content. Please use your own judgment and do your own research before taking action on anything discussed here.Copyright Notice:This video may include dialogue, music, or images that are not owned by Co-Parenting Compass. Image credit: Unsplash.com. You may share or embed this video as long as you include a clear link back to our YouTube channel.