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What happens when you're fortunate enough to be raised by co-parenting rockstars, only to find yourself navigating the complexities of a "not-so-stellar" co-parenting dynamic in your own adult relationship?In this incredibly candid episode, Kassie Hollman shares her unique journey. She grew up with divorced parents who mastered the art of harmonious co-parenting, prioritizing their children's well-being above all else. But when Kassie later became a stepmom to a child in a high-conflict co-parenting situation, she faced a starkly different reality.Tune in to discover Kassie's powerful insights on healthy family dynamics, personal growth, and setting crucial boundaries.Episode Timestamps:0:00 - Welcome Kassie! From Atlanta to Seattle & a Doctorate in Organizational Change3:15 - The "Lucky" Divorce: How Kassie's Parents Prioritized Their Kids7:40 - Christmas Traditions & Seamless Transitions Between Homes11:20 - "Catfish Wins Every Time": How Kassie Chose Which Parent to Stay with13:25 - Meeting Her Stepmom & Setting the "Not Your Mother" Boundary17:00 - The Secret Texts: Her Parents Still Communicated About Their Kids20:15 - Stepmom Insights: Kassie's Experience Dating a Co-Parent23:45 - The Court-Ordered Pickups & Unhealthy Dynamics26:00 - Why Kassie Stayed Out of the Drama (and You Should Too!)28:30 - The Impact on Her Relationship & The Hard Decision to Leave32:10 - Finding Happiness & The Role of a Good Therapist34:05 - Advice for Co-Parents & Being Shielded from ConflictDon't forget to like this video, subscribe to Exes & Babies for more insights, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss our next episode!Connect with us! Subscribe - www.youtube.com/@exesandbabiesLearn more - www.exesandbabies.com Follow us - www.instagram.com/exesandbabies#CoParenting #Stepmom #Stepkid #Breakups #Divorce #Healthyparenting #BlendedFamily #ParentingTips #FamilyDynamics #Podcast #CoParentingJourney #HealthyCoParenting #SingleParenting #FamilySupport #exesandbabies