BrianG Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 I figured I would turn to here to find some advice and help in communication with my ex regarding our son. We have been split up for a few months. We ended because she was cheating on me and lying to me so needless to say it was a bad break-up. Going forward I know I have to have some dialogue with her regarding my son's development, schedule, etc. I am deeply devastated by all of this and I'm not sure the best way to go about this for my son. I'm having a hard time separating my emotions regarding our relationship and putting it behind me as I cannot change it, but I want to do whats best for him. I can't even look at her when I drop/pick up my son and we don't even speak except hello/goodbye as she has a new bf. I know that things can be misconstrued in emails, but I really don't want to speak with her unless I have too. Is email the best way? Do I just suck it up for my son and sit down once a month? I really don't have the answer as I'm devastated and trying to do whats best for him. What are peoples experiences in communicating with ex's when a child is involved. What have you found to be the best way for your child and yourself at the same time. Thanks so much for you input Link to post Share on other sites
Owl Posted October 14, 2011 Share Posted October 14, 2011 Emails, and more importantly a notebook that can be sent back and forth with your son. Useful for things like "He's got a swim class tomorrow, please make sure you send his trunks and a towel with him". Also good for passing on information on illnesses, meds, etc... Email can be used for general, longer term things. The other advantage to all of this is that it provides a record, a trail of interactions and how you both work to take care of your son. Link to post Share on other sites
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