Handling Narcissistic Co Parent Behavior Daily

Trying to manage narcissistic co parent behavior feels like walking through a minefield every single time you have to send a text about the kids' schedule. You go into the conversation hoping for a simple "yes" or "no" regarding soccer practice, and somehow you end up in a three-hour argument about something that happened four years ago. It's exhausting, and if you feel like you're losing your mind, you aren't alone. This brand of parenting isn't about the kids; for the other person, it's almost always about control, validation, and "winning" the breakup. ...

May 3, 2026 · 6 min · Carrasco Frankel