National Parents Organization

09/01/2026

Mark Ludwig, Founder and President of the National Council of Equal Shared Parenting, delivered a heartfelt message at National Parents Organization’s New York Equal Shared Parenting Conference: the people leading this movement understand what today’s parents are facing because many of them have lived it themselves.

They know the fear of being separated from a child. They know the heartbreak of missed everyday moments. They know what it feels like to enter a family-court system that can treat a loving parent as secondary in their child’s life.

Mark’s message is a reminder to every parent fighting to stay present: you are not alone. This movement is made up of parents, grandparents, advocates, and professionals who believe children deserve meaningful relationships with both fit, loving parents.

National Parents Organization is proud to stand with families working for equal shared parenting—and for a future where no child has to lose a loving parent because their parents live apart.

08/31/2026

Children do not need perfect parents after divorce or separation—they need parents who put their well-being ahead of conflict. Iowa State University Extension’s Co-Parenting for Resilience program offers evidence-based tools to help separating parents communicate, manage conflict, develop parenting plans, and support their children’s adjustment. The program is available in English and Spanish through live virtual classes and a self-paced online option.

08/31/2026

Divorce and separation can bring a wave of emotions that may feel overwhelming. It's important to remember to take care of yourself and your child(ren) during this time. In this article, Wealthysinglemommy shares some often-overlooked tips to help you navigate this challenging journey.

17 Common Divorce Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make in Midlife Wealthysinglemommy.com

08/30/2026

Healthy co-parenting is not only good for children—it can help parents, too. A 2026 study reported that co-parenting directly reduced parenting stress for both mothers and fathers. That is an important reminder: building communication, planning, and teamwork is not about pretending divorce is easy. It is about creating a healthier path forward for the entire family.

08/29/2026

When the school calls, both parents should be prepared to answer. When a child is sick, has a big test, makes a team, or needs support, parenting should not depend on which home the child slept in the night before. Meaningful shared parenting means both fit parents remain informed, available, and involved in the everyday decisions that shape a child’s life.

08/28/2026

Did you know there is now a model to evaluate for parental alienation? the article "Identifying Parental Alienation" in Psychology Today by Carol A. Lambert, MSW tells us more!

New study provides four-factors to help determine parental alienation.

08/26/2026

The forgotten cleats. The missing homework folder. The favorite hoodie left at the other house. These may seem like small things—but to a child, they can become a big source of stress. One practical co-parenting tool is a shared transition checklist for schoolwork, clothes, sports gear, medication, and comfort items. It is not about being perfect. It is about making sure children do not have to manage the gaps between adults.

08/26/2026

Shared parenting benefits kids. Let’s make it the norm. Help us change the laws so that default 50-50 is the starting point for child custody. https://nationalparentsorganization.networkforgood.com/

With your help we can accomplish our mission to bring family court reform to every state in the nation, with a presumption of shared parenting after divorce or separation. In 2018 alone we passed groundbreaking shared parenting legislation in Kent...

08/26/2026

Just as all parents should decide together when children start wanting pets, these tips from NPO's Teresa Harlow are a must-read for co-parenting situations involving animals.

Whether you shared a family pet with your co-parent before splitting up or acquire one after, it’s crucial to recognize that children often consider pets as part of their family. Dismissing this bond risks making your child feel like their feelings and priorities don’t matter to you. Further, wh...

08/25/2026

Listen to Episode 7 of the Parent Time Podcast! Measuring Parental Alienation with Dr. William Bernet, M.D - How great is it that you can measure Parental Alienation? No longer a he-said, she said!

In today’s episode I interview Parental Alienation researcher Dr. William Barnet. He talks to us about his research in measuring splitting in parental...