KIDFIRST RESOURCE LIBRARY

Practical co-parenting help for real family life.

Helpful, child-focused guidance you can use today. These resources are educational and designed to support clearer routines and calmer family communication.

Choosing tools

Best co-parenting app: what families should look for

Evaluate ease of use, privacy, family fit, communication, and the invitation experience.

Read the guide →
Scheduling

How to organize a shared custody schedule

Create a predictable plan for school days, exchanges, holidays, travel, and schedule changes.

Build a clearer schedule →
Communication

Co-parent communication tips

Use brief, factual, respectful messages that stay focused on the child and the next decision.

Improve communication →
Shared expenses

How to track shared child expenses

Set categories, keep receipts, document reimbursements, and create an easy monthly review.

Use the expense template →
Printable checklist

Co-parenting checklist

A practical setup, weekly, monthly, and seasonal checklist for keeping important details visible.

Open the checklist →
Planning template

Parenting plan template and discussion guide

Work through schedules, decisions, communication, expenses, travel, holidays, and conflict resolution.

Open the template →