Beyond the Judgment: Why I Use Handouts in Parenting Coordination

If you are share parental responsibilities with your co-parent in BC, you likely know that under the Family Law Act, you have the duty to consult with your co-parent as is clearly stated under Section 40(2). My role is to help you transform that legal "duty" into a functional, peaceful reality.

Through my free educational articles, coaching, and Communication Agreement with Our Family Wizard monitoring, I provide the practical skills needed to co-parent effectively. I’ve found that one of the most powerful tools in my practice is also the most accessible: myResource Library of handouts.

Why Education is the Equalizer

I’ll admit, when I first introduced these materials, I worried they might feel like a "school lecture." Instead, I discovered they are the ultimate "standardizer." These resources aren't about judgment; they are about empowerment and collaboration.

By integrating this educational material into our work, we achieve three vital goals:

• Emotional Distance: We move past the heat of the moment to focus on proven, objective strategies.
• A Shared Language: We build a common vocabulary that replaces blame with clarity.
• Future-Focus: We shift the energy from "who was right" to "how we move forward."
  

A Roadmap to Peace

These materials aren't here to say you’re doing it wrong; they are here to show you that your struggles are common and solvable. My goal isn't to be a critic in your family’s story, but a guide.

By mastering these skills, you aren't just following a court order—you are modeling a more evolved way of living for your children. Let’s make this process more efficient, more respectful, and ultimately, more successful for your entire family.

Written by Cori McGuire, a Parenting Coordinator with 28 years of family law experience in British Columbia. Read other articles about the PC process  and "the best interests of the child" in our Resource Library.