Skip to contentThere are many misconceptions about what long distance parenting is and is not. Some of the stigma around long distance parenting comes from these misconceptions. Although there is a ton of information on the site about long distance parenting, I realized it might be good to back up and talk about what a long distance parent is (or is not).I have had the pleasure of being involved in long distance parenting community for over 15 years, and of course, have been a long distance parent myself. The parents I interact with in the long distance parenting communities all have unique...…Skip to contentThere are many misconceptions about what long distance parenting is and is not. Some of the stigma around long distance parenting comes from these misconceptions. Although there is a ton of information on the site about long distance parenting, I realized it might be good to back up and talk about what a long distance parent is (or is not).I have had the pleasure of being involved in long distance parenting community for over 15 years, and of course, have been a long distance parent myself. The parents I interact with in the long distance parenting communities all have unique...WW…

Skip to contentMaking the decisionThe most common question I see long distance parents ask is ‘How do I make the decision?’. That question is usually actually two questions :The more emotional question of ‘if I make this decision to move away from my child, what does that mean about me as a parent’.The practical question of ‘how do I know which decision is right?’Every long distance parenting situation is different, with it’s own unique intricacies. The Decision is perhaps the one thing that all long distance parents have in common.No one ever thinks they will be a long distance parent...…Skip to contentMaking the decisionThe most common question I see long distance parents ask is ‘How do I make the decision?’. That question is usually actually two questions :The more emotional question of ‘if I make this decision to move away from my child, what does that mean about me as a parent’.The practical question of ‘how do I know which decision is right?’Every long distance parenting situation is different, with it’s own unique intricacies. The Decision is perhaps the one thing that all long distance parents have in common.No one ever thinks they will be a long distance parent...WW…

Skip to contentFor the first time ever, you are a parent without your child. For the first time, you feel a million miles way from them, even if you are really only a city, a state or a country away. Adjusting to being a new long distance parent is tough!Best case, you have a great relationship with your co-parent and you’ll talk to your child soon but worst case, you don’t and you might not get to talk to them soon. Whichever your situation, or wherever you fall in between, the first few days and weeks are the hardest.Above all else, take care of yourself. As a new long distance parent,...…Skip to contentFor the first time ever, you are a parent without your child. For the first time, you feel a million miles way from them, even if you are really only a city, a state or a country away. Adjusting to being a new long distance parent is tough!Best case, you have a great relationship with your co-parent and you’ll talk to your child soon but worst case, you don’t and you might not get to talk to them soon. Whichever your situation, or wherever you fall in between, the first few days and weeks are the hardest.Above all else, take care of yourself. As a new long distance parent,...WW…

Skip to contentA common question that long distance parents have is  ‘how can I stay close to my child, when I’m long distance?’. Of course, there are a ton of ways to stay close to your kids; but it can take some creativity to get there. This article includes lots of ideas for long distance parents to keep the relationship fun and strong.What are ideas for things that strengthen the long distance parent-child relationship? There are many things you can do with and for your child to strengthen your connection with your child long distance, even beyond what’s listed here on this page....…Skip to contentA common question that long distance parents have is  ‘how can I stay close to my child, when I’m long distance?’. Of course, there are a ton of ways to stay close to your kids; but it can take some creativity to get there. This article includes lots of ideas for long distance parents to keep the relationship fun and strong.What are ideas for things that strengthen the long distance parent-child relationship? There are many things you can do with and for your child to strengthen your connection with your child long distance, even beyond what’s listed here on this page....WW…

Skip to contentParenting is a skill-set and long distance parenting adds a layer of complexity. Long distance parenting is easier and less stressful with the right long distance parenting tools on hand. This long distance parenting tool kit will get you started with a list of things every new long distance parent should have at the ready.If you are new to long distance parenting or even still making the decision, it’s super important to support yourself well through that transition. Emotions are high and difficult during that period of time. You may be filled with doubt or struggling with...…Skip to contentParenting is a skill-set and long distance parenting adds a layer of complexity. Long distance parenting is easier and less stressful with the right long distance parenting tools on hand. This long distance parenting tool kit will get you started with a list of things every new long distance parent should have at the ready.If you are new to long distance parenting or even still making the decision, it’s super important to support yourself well through that transition. Emotions are high and difficult during that period of time. You may be filled with doubt or struggling with...WW…