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EPISODE · Feb 13, 2026 · 23 MIN

Why your kid won't become your ex (Even if you're terrified they will)

from Kids First Co-Parenting with Dr. Royster · host Dr. Karalynn Royster

Send a textWe face the quiet fear many moms hold: will my child turn out like my ex. We explain why mimicry isn’t destiny, how processing experience shapes character, and how one steady adult can outweigh chaotic modeling, even in high-conflict homes.• naming the hidden fear without shame• modeling versus processing and why it matters• the role of one steady, safe caregiver• influence versus control in co-parenting• tech boundaries that reduce triangulation• mimicry, phases, and testing limits across ages• development facts about narcissism and identity• red flags that signal a child needs more support• practical scripts, repair, and home culturePodcast listeners can use the code POD10 for $10 off the Co-Parent Tech kit. Use code POD10. Leave us a review, share with a mama who needs to hear thisIf you’re tired of every conversation with your ex turning into a fight, the High Conflict Communication Bootcamp for Moms  is for you.  In this  self-paced 3 day online course, get scripts, strategies, and a workbook you can use right away, designed for moms in high-conflict co-parenting and parallel parenting. Enroll now for just $19 here. BestInterest Co-Parenting App Join BestInterest App and get 22% off yearly subscriptions with code LITTLEHOUSE22 Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Kids First CoParenting System: The best membership for moms co-parenting in a high conflict dynamic. If you are co-parenting with a narcissist, dealing with a manipulative ex, or feeling overwhelmed by high-conflict dynamics, you are not alone. These resources are designed to help you protect your child’s emotional health and take back control of your co-parenting experience. Get More Support How to Co-Parent with a Difficult Ex Masterclass (Free & Instant Access) Kids First Co-Parenting Membership (First Month $48.50--> $97 after that, cancel anytime) Explore the Kids First Co-Parenting System to learn how to raise emotionally secure kids after divorce, even when your co-parent refuses to change. This is the support system every overwhelmed mom needs. Social Links: Facebook Instagram Youtube The Kids First CoParenting podcast and all related content are provided for general educa...

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