Handover Hell: How to Make Child Custody Exchanges Easier / Ep. 160

Custody handovers can be one of the most stressful aspects of co-parenting, often referred to as "handover hell." Whether it's a tense interaction with your ex or the emotional strain on your children, it's crucial to find ways to make these transitions as smooth as possible. In this episode, Laura and Lynette dive into practical strategies for handling custody handovers, discussing everything from setting clear boundaries to using neutral locations for exchanges. They explore how to make handovers less stressful for both parents and kids, and offer insights on future-proofing your handover arrangements to avoid common pitfalls.

Please note this is general education only. Always seek independent legal advice as everyone’s situation is different.

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In this episode, you’ll find:

Importance of Specifying Handovers: Why it's crucial to have a clear, agreed-upon plan for custody exchanges.

Types of Handovers: Various options including school, neutral locations, contact centres, and supervised exchanges.

Legal Implications: Understanding the legal reasons for specified handovers and how to lock them in with parenting plans or consent orders.

Future-Proofing Your Plan: How to anticipate changes in your children's needs and circumstances as they grow.

Minimising Stress for Kids: Strategies to make handovers as smooth and positive as possible for your children.

Dealing with Different Personality Types: Tips for managing handovers with manipulative, controlling, avoidant, or high-conflict ex-partners.

Setting Boundaries: The importance of maintaining clear boundaries to protect your mental health and well-being.

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[alignmindcoaching]

Love your work Laura and Lynn. I’m still learning how to navigate the transitions and i honestly underestimated how delicate they are.

Also - I recommend your pod all the time, even got my Mum listening! She loved (and keeps reminding me about) the importance of having what Lynn calls “fierce friends”.