THINGS YOU CAN DO TO BRING MORE
Teamwork
TO YOUR PARENTING
Feeling the stress of trying to do it all on your own?
It’s overwhelming trying to keep everything afloat. Parenting can start to feel like a solo act when you and your partner aren’t on the same page, your needs get pushed aside, and you end up handling everything alone.
But shouldering it all doesn’t only drain you — it affects the whole family.
Work together to meet your family’s needs — with Teamwork
Teamwork allows you to share the load, have mutual support, and lift each other up, making parenting feel more manageable.
When you’re not trying to do it all alone, you can be more present and patient, allowing you to show up as the parent you want to be.
A strong, united parenting team sets the foundation for a stronger and more connected family dynamic.
Inner Skills for Teamwork
Things you can do in 5 minutes or less
Discover these quick tools to help you level up your teamwork in just moments.
How You Can Use the Nonviolent Communication Process
Use this cheat sheet by Dr. Marshall B. Rosenberg to have better conversations with those around you about tough topics. If you found this resource helpful, consider support the Center for Nonviolent Communication here.
Have More Than 5 Minutes?
Try these longer activities to foster greater teamwork in parenthood and life in general.
Finding Common Ground
Get on the same team using these techniques that foster mutual understanding and compromise.
DEAR MAN Skill Worksheet
Practice healthy assertiveness with this communication framework that helps you express your wants and needs effectively.
Getting Parents on the Same Page
Follow this simple 3-step process to reach a compromise and start parenting from the same team.
GROW Through Conflict
Work through disagreements with your parenting team with this problem-solving approach that helps you during conflict into opportunities for growth.
Consider Your Intentions
Use this worksheet to tune into your intentions and prevent potential conflict with those around you.
The Mental Load Self-Test
Complete this mental load self-test with your partner to see how you can divvy up tasks in a way where both of you feel supported.
Want a Quick Read?
Dive into these insightful articles for fresh perspectives on teamwork and parenting.
Raising Children as a Team: Why It’s Important
Work together as parents to create a sense of safety and consistency, fostering secure attachment in children.
Partners in Parenting
A parenting team is more than just the parents. Learn to overcome common obstacles and build a strong team to help your children thrive.
How To Talk To Your Spouse About Being the Default Parent
Gain insight into how to initiate conversation without blame, express your needs effectively, and build a partnership that shares the parenting load more evenly.
Seven Conflict Resolution Tips for Couples
Uncover powerful tips to resolve conflict with your partner to start parenting from the same page.
It Takes Two: A Default Parent’s Guide to Sharing the Load
Find out how distributing parenting responsibilities helps you be a better, more present parent.
Parent Communication: Tips for Talking With Your Partner
Explore practical tips for effective communication that enhances teamwork between you and your partner.
Have Time for a Longer Read?
Explore these highly recommended books (and audiobooks) on cultivating teamwork in parenting.
The Science Behind Teamwork
If you want to nerd out on the science, dig into these research papers and studies.
