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Home⇛International Journal of Multidisciplinary: Applied Business and Education Research⇛vol. 7 no. 1 (2026)

Lived Experiences of Parents in Co-Parenting Relationships

Jervin Dinglasan Quicho | France Celine Dominique Y. Cabrigas | Marian Ralah G. Ca帽oneros | Jofel Marie M. Curan

Discipline: Education

 

Abstract:

This study aims to know the lived experiences of parents in co-par-enting relationships, specifically qualitative research that explores their life as someone in a co- parenting relationship. A total of nine (9) parents in co-parenting relationships were interviewed online or face-to-face. A total of six (6) superordinate were generated including ‘Living Through Family Transition,’ Navigating Life Changes and Chal-lenges in Co- parenting.’ ‘Parenting Style and Family Members’ Ad-justment in Co-parenting Setup.’ Emotional Connection.’ ‘Views on Formation of Parent and Child Emotional Bond,’ and ‘Proudest Mo-ments and Beneficial Support for Co-parents.’ The study’s findings re-vealed that participants’ experiences in co-parenting relationships are viewed as challenging and emotionally exhausting, often requir-ing significant adjustment and emotional resilience. Despite these dif-ficulties many parents emphasized that their co-parenting relation-ships were less toxic compared to when they were still in relationship with their ex-partner, which allowed them to have a more stable and manageable environment for both them and their children. Aside from these challenges, parents also have positive views of co-parent-ing with increased cooperation for both parents and having shared commitment with their children’s well-being. A support social activity module was proposed to enhanced and to support the families in co parenting setup relationships in raising a family and child rearing practices.



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