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Co-parenting is not a new term, but has become more mainstream after such high-profile divorces such as Sandra Bullock and Jesse James that involve children. Co-parenting, also called cooperative parenting, may not be easy, but it is very important to give children stability and close relationships with both parents through a stressful and difficult time.

Even amicable divorces can be stressful on children, says Rosalind Sedacca CCT, founder of the National Child-Centered Divorce Month (celebrated in July of each year). She cites the example of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis as celebrities that parents can look toward for demonstrated qualities of “responsible, loving and respectful co-parenting that puts the children’s emotional needs first when making any parenting decisions.” The former couple won her first annual Celebrity Co-Parent Awards in 2008.

Co-parenting is the best option for your children. Kids whose divorced parents have a cooperative relationship:

via Co-Parenting Provides Stability for Children After Divorce.