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Co-Parenting After Divorcing A Narcissist: A Divorce Recovery Guide To Bouncing Back After A Toxic Relationship Of Emotional And Narcissistic Abuse With ... For Relationships & Marriages Book 1)
How will you find a way to make sure your child isn’t impacted by your narcissistic ex?
Want to ensure that you take the right steps at a difficult time of transition?
You’re someone who wants to make sure your child has the support, love and care they need to grow up and become a fully functional adult. You’re also someone acutely aware of the hold a narcissist can have over you. After all, you left your partner for a very good reason.
Now that you’ve broken free there’s something that will have shocked they still have a hold over you! They’re still involved in your life in a big way because you have a child together. Now you have to co-parent in two different households and find a way to move forwards for the benefit of your child.
The secret is to trust that there’s a solution, even when you feel like giving up all hope because of the completely unreasonable behavior of your ex. You just have to stay on track and keep doing the right thing. How do I know? I’ve just finished reading THE book on it…
“Co-Parenting After Divorcing A Narcissist” is for anyone who wants to ensure their children are looked after the right way, no matter how nasty your divorce has been.
Inside Co-Parenting After Divorcing A Narcissist, you're going to learn
Why you're finding it hard to move onHow it's okay to grieve your divorceIf narcissistic abuse can cause PTSDChecking yourself for narcissistic victim syndromeHow to handle the gossip and disapproval of loved onesHow to disarm a narcissist and protect your kidsCoparenting with a narcissistPositive co-parentingWhen to use parallel parentingReinventing yourself and moving on And a whole lot more!Put all of these pieces of the puzzle into the right places and you’ll find that things start to improve a whole lot faster than you were expecting. Ideal if you want to make sure things run as smoothly as possible.
Your copy is waiting!
This is the moment you have to step forward, claim it, and read it. Do these three little things right now and everything will start to turn around.
Want to ensure that you take the right steps at a difficult time of transition?
You’re someone who wants to make sure your child has the support, love and care they need to grow up and become a fully functional adult. You’re also someone acutely aware of the hold a narcissist can have over you. After all, you left your partner for a very good reason.
Now that you’ve broken free there’s something that will have shocked they still have a hold over you! They’re still involved in your life in a big way because you have a child together. Now you have to co-parent in two different households and find a way to move forwards for the benefit of your child.
The secret is to trust that there’s a solution, even when you feel like giving up all hope because of the completely unreasonable behavior of your ex. You just have to stay on track and keep doing the right thing. How do I know? I’ve just finished reading THE book on it…
“Co-Parenting After Divorcing A Narcissist” is for anyone who wants to ensure their children are looked after the right way, no matter how nasty your divorce has been.
Inside Co-Parenting After Divorcing A Narcissist, you're going to learn
Why you're finding it hard to move onHow it's okay to grieve your divorceIf narcissistic abuse can cause PTSDChecking yourself for narcissistic victim syndromeHow to handle the gossip and disapproval of loved onesHow to disarm a narcissist and protect your kidsCoparenting with a narcissistPositive co-parentingWhen to use parallel parentingReinventing yourself and moving on And a whole lot more!Put all of these pieces of the puzzle into the right places and you’ll find that things start to improve a whole lot faster than you were expecting. Ideal if you want to make sure things run as smoothly as possible.
Your copy is waiting!
This is the moment you have to step forward, claim it, and read it. Do these three little things right now and everything will start to turn around.
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204 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 26, 2023
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May 28, 2023
Wasn’t useful. Didn’t give any concrete ideas on how to help other than going back to court.
April 7, 2025
A must read for those who discovered their ex-partner's tendencies during and after the divorce process.
April 6, 2023
Co-Parenting After Divorcing A Narcissist: A Divorce Recovery Guide to Bouncing Back After A Toxic Relationship Of Emotional And Narcissistic Abuse With Co-Parenting Tips To Disarm And Protect Self by Isabella Francis is divided into three parts, with eight chapters in total. The first part deals with the grief, after-effects, and cleaning up life after narcissism and divorce. The second part focuses on protecting yourself and your child(ren), how to handle narcissism and what narcissism is/how it works, and co-parenting with a narcissist. The last part is about positive co-parenting and how to rebuild and take care of yourself after divorce. The book is comprehensive and simply laid out with great real-life examples.
Here are some points that Francis makes about co-parenting with a narcissist:
• Set boundaries. Narcissists often try to push boundaries, so it is important to be clear about what you will and will not tolerate. For example, you may decide that you will not communicate with your ex except through email or text message.
• Stick to the rules. Narcissists often try to bend or break the rules, so it is important to be consistent with your expectations. If you say that you will pick your child up at a certain time, make sure you do it.
• Don't engage in arguments. Narcissists often try to bait their ex-partners into arguments. It is important to stay calm and avoid getting drawn into their drama.
• Document everything. If you are concerned about your ex's behavior, it is important to document everything. This includes keeping a record of all communication, as well as any incidents that occur.
• Seek professional help. Co-parenting with a narcissist can be emotionally draining. If you are struggling, it is important to seek professional help. A therapist can provide you with support and guidance.
• Your child's safety and well-being are the most important things. If you are concerned about your ex's behavior, do not hesitate to take action to protect your child.
This is a helpful resource for families dealing with divorce.
Here are some points that Francis makes about co-parenting with a narcissist:
• Set boundaries. Narcissists often try to push boundaries, so it is important to be clear about what you will and will not tolerate. For example, you may decide that you will not communicate with your ex except through email or text message.
• Stick to the rules. Narcissists often try to bend or break the rules, so it is important to be consistent with your expectations. If you say that you will pick your child up at a certain time, make sure you do it.
• Don't engage in arguments. Narcissists often try to bait their ex-partners into arguments. It is important to stay calm and avoid getting drawn into their drama.
• Document everything. If you are concerned about your ex's behavior, it is important to document everything. This includes keeping a record of all communication, as well as any incidents that occur.
• Seek professional help. Co-parenting with a narcissist can be emotionally draining. If you are struggling, it is important to seek professional help. A therapist can provide you with support and guidance.
• Your child's safety and well-being are the most important things. If you are concerned about your ex's behavior, do not hesitate to take action to protect your child.
This is a helpful resource for families dealing with divorce.
April 6, 2023
Divorcing a narcissist is only the first step of your journey away from the personality disorder’s scars and to move past Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, a common consequence of a toxic marriage. Isabella Francis helps you return to the unfettered version of yourself that your children require to be an honest parent and their safe space: heal yourself and you will heal your kids with practical tips to move forward. The text will help you grieve, point you in the direction of what’s next, present you with a survival financial checklist, sort out all legal issues, and familiarize you with all the stages of divorce to aid your moving forward. A series of charts, bullet points, checklists, and exercise suggestions all help organize and succinctly express the most needed information to increase comprehension.
The repercussions of a relationship with a narcissist are many and the author does a thorough job of exposing and dealing with a plethora of those consequences, providing answers that promote healing. One of the most important pieces of advice is the necessity for you to control the narrative to protect yourself and your child. An optimal perk of the book is a section that is organized and categorized by children’s age groups effectively: distinguishing that kids of different ages are equipped to understand the nuances of divorce differently.
The repercussions of a relationship with a narcissist are many and the author does a thorough job of exposing and dealing with a plethora of those consequences, providing answers that promote healing. One of the most important pieces of advice is the necessity for you to control the narrative to protect yourself and your child. An optimal perk of the book is a section that is organized and categorized by children’s age groups effectively: distinguishing that kids of different ages are equipped to understand the nuances of divorce differently.
April 22, 2023
This is an outstanding guide that offers practical advice and support to individuals who have been through the traumatic experience of a toxic relationship with a narcissist. The author has done an excellent job of addressing the unique challenges faced by co-parents who have to deal with a narcissistic ex-spouse while prioritizing the well-being of their children.
The book is filled with valuable insights, tips, and strategies on how to protect oneself from emotional and narcissistic abuse while co-parenting with a narcissistic ex-partner. The author's writing style is engaging and accessible, making it easy for readers to follow and understand the advice provided.
Overall, this is an essential read for anyone going through a divorce with a narcissistic ex-partner. It provides a roadmap for healing, resilience, and growth, enabling individuals to bounce back from a toxic relationship and co-parent effectively.
The book is filled with valuable insights, tips, and strategies on how to protect oneself from emotional and narcissistic abuse while co-parenting with a narcissistic ex-partner. The author's writing style is engaging and accessible, making it easy for readers to follow and understand the advice provided.
Overall, this is an essential read for anyone going through a divorce with a narcissistic ex-partner. It provides a roadmap for healing, resilience, and growth, enabling individuals to bounce back from a toxic relationship and co-parent effectively.
April 10, 2023
a powerful book!
After reading the book about how to recover from Narcissistic abuse. I don’t as intrigued to read this that leaving someone who was narcissistic could be hard, especially when you become a single mother. I may not be a mother but I have seen how others want to protect their child, and it must be harder when your going through a divorce especially after this. One thing I enjoyed about this book was how the author had added some type of quote under each chapter name, I found it fun. The author made out a list of what it could mean to be in a toxic relationship, everyone deserves to be with someone good. All in all, I enjoyed this book and how the author wrote how stressful it could be but at the same time that everyone has a chance to move on and that they can all heal, even if it may seem you can’t. You can.
After reading the book about how to recover from Narcissistic abuse. I don’t as intrigued to read this that leaving someone who was narcissistic could be hard, especially when you become a single mother. I may not be a mother but I have seen how others want to protect their child, and it must be harder when your going through a divorce especially after this. One thing I enjoyed about this book was how the author had added some type of quote under each chapter name, I found it fun. The author made out a list of what it could mean to be in a toxic relationship, everyone deserves to be with someone good. All in all, I enjoyed this book and how the author wrote how stressful it could be but at the same time that everyone has a chance to move on and that they can all heal, even if it may seem you can’t. You can.
April 10, 2023
“Co-Parenting After Divorcing a Narcissist” by Isabella Francis provides clarity on an often unspoken subject. What do you do when you’ve left a toxic marriage and still need to co-parent with your ex-spouse? Individuals leaving narcissistic relationships will often find themselves facing challenges with their own mental health as well as their child’s and Francis helps to explain why this may happen and how to move forward from it. Full of advice and relatable anecdotes presented in a clear and practical way, “Co-Parenting After Divorcing a Narcissist” points readers in the right direction when they begin asking “what’s next?”. Through charts, checklist, and exercises, readers will receive assistance in sorting out the financial and legal aspects of this transition as well as resources for how to talk with your children about it in an age appropriate manner.
April 22, 2023
Whether divorcing a diagnosed narcissist or a particularly difficult partner, Isabella Francis provides readers with important tools to navigate a situation that can wear down even the strongest individuals. Divorce is trying for the adults involved, but even more so when there are children involved who are not able to advocate for themselves and seeing the results of toxic behavior from a parent.
Isabella does a fantastic job covering a variety of situations readers may encounter along with helping them prepare for situations they may not anticipate. She gives the reader space and tips for healing for both themself and children involved. I particularly appreciated the additional checklists and exercises to further prepare.
Isabella does a fantastic job covering a variety of situations readers may encounter along with helping them prepare for situations they may not anticipate. She gives the reader space and tips for healing for both themself and children involved. I particularly appreciated the additional checklists and exercises to further prepare.
April 15, 2023
Great way to ease coparenting after a divorce
A divorce is never easy, parents and children suffer and sometimes this is permanent, in this amazing book you can find tips on how to do it for the best of the kids. I love how sometimes we dint even realize that we are dealing with a narcissist si we dint know how to act, but in this book you get tests and red flags of behavior proper of a narcissist to help you best prepare and understand what and how to find a common ground for the children. I liked how the author stresses the importance if including the kids in decision making as well as keeping routines and much more. Definitely worth five stars
A divorce is never easy, parents and children suffer and sometimes this is permanent, in this amazing book you can find tips on how to do it for the best of the kids. I love how sometimes we dint even realize that we are dealing with a narcissist si we dint know how to act, but in this book you get tests and red flags of behavior proper of a narcissist to help you best prepare and understand what and how to find a common ground for the children. I liked how the author stresses the importance if including the kids in decision making as well as keeping routines and much more. Definitely worth five stars
March 9, 2023
This book is written so that it’s easily understandable, and it contains a lot of valuable insights and information. Specifically, I found the “Financial Survival Checklist” extremely helpful. Other items of note include sections on “the stages of divorce”, “why am I finding it so hard to move on”, and “how to discuss divorce with kids” (broken out by their specific age groups and further supported by the common questions they may have). A quick, easy read that will surely become an indispensable reference book for those dealing with this situation.
March 12, 2023
Very informative!
Living in the same house with a narcissist for years is not something I will ever wish for anyone, not even an enemy because I've been there. The emotional, physical, and vocal abuse can be so bad that you will start questioning your sense of reasoning because nothing you do is ever enough. Now, imagine having to co-parent with such a person. The imagination alone is enough to make you sick.
Thanks, Isabella for this book. Now, I can co-parent peacefully with my ex.
Living in the same house with a narcissist for years is not something I will ever wish for anyone, not even an enemy because I've been there. The emotional, physical, and vocal abuse can be so bad that you will start questioning your sense of reasoning because nothing you do is ever enough. Now, imagine having to co-parent with such a person. The imagination alone is enough to make you sick.
Thanks, Isabella for this book. Now, I can co-parent peacefully with my ex.
October 1, 2024
This book was more about divorcing a narcissist than co-parenting with one. When the author did talk about co-parenting, she mostly just stated the problems without giving many ways to deal with the problems that arise. She definitely knew the problems though! I could identify with most of the problems she said could/would occur, just wish there were more examples on how to navigate the problems or avoid them.
May 28, 2024
General advice like most other books on narcissism
This book is similar to other books on narcissism - giving general advice. I felt that it touched on the topic of co-parenting but did not go in depth.
This book is similar to other books on narcissism - giving general advice. I felt that it touched on the topic of co-parenting but did not go in depth.
April 7, 2023
A wealth of information.
Well done and useful information. Wish I had this guide decades ago. Many helpful tips to ease the guilt of letting go.
Well done and useful information. Wish I had this guide decades ago. Many helpful tips to ease the guilt of letting go.
October 22, 2025
Poorly written
Basic information that’s presented in a poorly written way. Lots of cliches and written in a homey, overfamiliar voice. Very annoying book to slog through.
Basic information that’s presented in a poorly written way. Lots of cliches and written in a homey, overfamiliar voice. Very annoying book to slog through.
January 8, 2026
This book really helped me through things while I was going through my divorce and after it. Highly recommend to read it BEFORE considering divorce!
October 9, 2025
A very helpful book. It is direct in ensuring the co-dependent is not stuck in victimhood and points out important patterns in child behaviors and what can be done to correct or manage them when they are side affects of the narcissist. I wish they had more information about parallel parenting, which seems to be a better approach when all else fails.
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