Originally recorded June 11, 2026.

Co-parenting isn't about agreeing on everything—it's about helping your child feel safe, secure, and loved, even when the adults don't see eye to eye.

In this thoughtful conversation, Peace At Home founder Ruth Freeman, LCSW, sits down with relationship researcher Brian Doss, PhD, to explore what decades of research tell us about the powerful connection between parent relationships and children's emotional well-being. Together, they discuss how the way adults communicate, handle disagreements, and support one another has a lasting impact on children's mental health, behavior, and resilience.

You'll hear practical, compassionate strategies for navigating parenting disagreements, reducing conflict, and working as a team—even if your parenting styles differ. The discussion also tackles real-life questions from parents about toddlers' tantrums, blended families, divorce and separation, handling disagreements in front of children, and repairing family relationships after periods of conflict.

Rather than striving for perfection, this episode offers reassurance that small changes in how parents communicate with one another can make a meaningful difference for the whole family. You'll come away with research-backed ideas to help you approach difficult conversations with more curiosity, less blame, and a renewed focus on what matters most: your child's sense of security.

Learn more about today's experts:

  • Ruth Freeman, LCSW: peaceathomeparenting.com/our-experts
  • Brian D. Doss, PhD: ourrelationship.com/team



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