How to Effectively Co-Parent with a Narcissist

A Practical Guide to Manage Conflict & Communication, Set Boundaries, Counteract Manipulation, Protect Your Children, and Support Your Mental Health

By: Jenna Lexington

Narrated by: Raegan Cantrelle

Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

Are you exhausted by constant conflicts with your narcissistic ex-partner? Do you wonder how you can protect your mental health while shielding your children from emotional turmoil?

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. Many parents face the same struggles, but here's the good news: You don’t have to let narcissistic behavior dominate your life or your children’s well-being.

How to Effectively Co-Parent with a Narcissist equips you with the tools and insights to navigate these challenges and create stability for your kids while supporting your mental health. This is my life. I’m living in this situation right now. I understand what you're going through because I’ve been there—and still am. This isn’t just advice from an outsider—it’s a guide from someone who truly gets it.

Here’s a peek at what you’ll discover inside:

• Co-Parenting Plan: Learn to create a plan that addresses narcissistic behaviors.
• Boundaries: Discover how to set and maintain strong boundaries.
• Mental Health: Stay mentally strong while focusing on your kids.
• Communication Tips: Scripts for various tricky situations.
• Parallel Parenting: Why it may be the best approach and how to apply it.

You’ve probably tried everything from confrontation to advice from friends, only to find it escalates the conflict. This book offers tailored strategies that work in even the toughest situations.

If you’re ready to regain control, set boundaries, and ensure a stable environment for your children, then download this audiobook!

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2024 Jenna Lexington (P)2024 Jenna Lexington

K this was pretty great

I liked the chapter where t’s all about setting up a strict plan where you both stick to your own lanes. Want to avoid pointless arguments about who gets the kids on Christmas? There’s a plan for that. Need to minimize awkward face-to-face exchanges? You got it—school drop-offs are your new best friend. It’s full of practical tips

WELL-PUT!!

In "How to Effectively Co-Parent with a Narcissist," Jenna Lexington discusses how to co-parent with an ex who is challenging to deal with while also sharing insights from her own experience. She starts out by defining narcissism and discussing the negative effects it may have on relationships. She covers everything, including knowing your rights legally, communicating effectively, setting healthy boundaries, safeguarding your kids from narcissistic abuse, managing money, and even taking care of yourself. it helped me to better appreciate how difficult and complicated navigating these relationships can be.

Practical Advice for a Tough Situation

I picked up this audiobook out of curiosity about co-parenting with a narcissist, and I found it to be full of practical tips. The advice on setting boundaries and communication strategies was especially insightful. Even though I’m not in this situation myself, it gave me a better understanding of how complex and challenging it can be to navigate these relationships. The sections on maintaining mental health and focusing on the kids were really valuable, offering real, actionable guidance for tough situations.

Importance of Self Care

"How to Effectively Co-Parent with a Narcissist" is an insightful and empathetic guide that offers practical strategies for navigating the challenges of co-parenting with a difficult ex. Jenna Lexington combines personal experience with expert advice, providing tools for setting boundaries, communicating effectively, and protecting both yourself and your children from the effects of narcissistic behavior. The audiobook covers everything from understanding legal rights to maintaining mental health, making it an invaluable resource for anyone in this tough situation. With a focus on minimizing drama and doing what's best for the kids, this guide offers clear, actionable steps to manage conflict and foster a healthier co-parenting dynamic.

A Must-Read for Co-Parents

Navigating co-parenting with a challenging ex can feel overwhelming, but this book has been a lifesaver for me. The practical tips for managing conflict and setting clear boundaries have made a real difference in my daily life. I finally feel equipped to handle manipulation without losing my cool. Plus, it emphasizes protecting my kids’ well-being, which is my top priority. If you’re in a similar situation, I highly recommend giving this a read!

Learning to support myself and my kids

I was almost at my wits end. I found this amazing audiobook that changed everything for me. I do not know if my spouse is truly a narcicist but the actions are similar. This book helped me see the things I can do to both support my kids and myself through this. I am very thankful for the author, who definitely knows what they are saying.

Solid Advice for Navigating Co-Parenting

Co-parenting with a difficult ex has been exhausting, but this audiobook gave me tools I didn’t even know I needed. It’s filled with practical advice on how to set boundaries and protect both my sanity and my kids. The strategies for dealing with manipulation and staying calm during conflict have already made a difference. Especially the guidance for staying calm, once you understand the driver behind their behavior, it's so much easier to not get sucked in. It’s like having a supportive guide in your ear when you need it most. Definitely give this a listen

Empowered Co-Parenting

This audiobook provided me with essential tools to navigate the challenges of co-parenting with a narcissist. Jenna Lexington’s guidance is both practical and empowering, helping me establish boundaries while protecting my children's well-being. Raegan Cantrelle's narration is clear and engaging, making this a valuable resource

Great Book, so worth the buy!

Co-parenting with someone who has narcissistic traits is incredibly challenging, but this book has been a lifesaver for me. The practical strategies for managing communication and setting boundaries have empowered me to stay calm and focused. I particularly appreciated the clear tips on countering manipulation—I wish I had this knowledge sooner! If you're feeling overwhelmed in a similar situation, this guide is a must-read. It's helped me regain control and prioritize my child's well-being. Highly recommend!

Finding the Strength to Not Fall for the Trap

Being with a manipulative partner can be an exhausting and confusing relationship and then to throw kids into the mix can be downright scary. This book was a perfect breakdown for me in that it started at the beginning in recognizing the signs of an abusive relationship to knowing my rights and protecting the best interests of my children.

How do we approach someone who can not see themselves for who they really are? I know that toxic people are everywhere but when you're in a relationship or coparenting with someone who is in denial about their flaws, you're in a tricky situation, especially when it comes to fighting for your kids. This book breaks it down into a less daunting process, leading us through our rights, teaching us how to speak up for ourselves and our children and communicating effectively through the hardest of situations.