Co-Parenting
Co-Parenting
Separation, divorce, and changes in custody can be challenging for everyone in the family. Our classes help parents and caregivers reduce conflict, support their children’s well-being, and build positive co-parenting relationships. Find practical strategies and support for navigating family changes with confidence.
You will learn how to:
Parents Forever is often approved for court-mandated divorce education. Resilient Co-Parenting is here to support you for all the days after.
The Co-Parenting Classes We Offer
Parents Forever
Parents Forever can help you navigate divorce or separation while supporting your child’s well-being. This educational program helps parents and caregivers understand how family transitions affect children, strengthen parent-child relationships, and develop positive co-parenting skills. You’ll learn practical strategies for managing stress, reducing conflict, and helping your family adjust to change. Parents Forever is often approved for court-mandated divorce education, but please confirm with your county’s Family Court services.
Resilient Co-Parenting
Resilient Co-Parenting classes are for parents or caregivers who are raising their children together while living apart. These monthly classes are a source of ongoing support for co-parents as they continue their journey. Each class focuses on a different topic and offers practical strategies you can use right away. Topics include conflict resolution, successful stepfamilies, co-parenting teens and more. Co-parenting is a journey. Join us each month to build new skills, find support, and help your family thrive.
Upcoming Resilient Co-Parenting Classes
Relationship Readiness
Are you entering into a new romantic relationship? Assess your relationship readiness and learn tips to help your children adjust to new relationships.
September 3, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 PM or 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Small Moments, Lasting Connection
Co-parenting can mean spending less time with your child. Learn how to stay connected and make each interaction meaningful – whether remotely or in person.
October 1, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 PM or 7:00 – 8:00 PM
Finding Your Family’s Rhythm
Divorce and separation can disrupt family routines and rituals, but they also offer a chance to intentionally create a new rhythm for your family.
November 5, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 PM or 7:00 – 8:00 PM
The Benefits for Families
Hundreds of parents and caregivers across Wisconsin take part in our co-parenting class each year. Parents who participate in Parents Forever report:
“Thinking about ways to reframe negative thoughts into something more positive was a helpful reminder. Getting affirmation that what I’m trying to do is worth it for my kids, and just not feeling so alone in the co-parenting struggles was helpful too.”
– Parent in a Resilient Co-Parenting class
Sign Up for Class
Extension educators offer Co-Parenting programs online and in-person. Check out our class calendar below to find an online Parents Forever or Resilient Co-Parenting class.
Find Extension Educator
Extension educators live in the counties they serve. Use our directory to find an Extension educator who provides parenting education in a county near you.