The Savvy Co-Parenting Communication Quiz is a quick 5 minute insightful tool designed to help co-parents assess and improve their communication skills in the context of raising children together. The quiz offers a personalized score based on a range of categories, such as clarity, empathy, adaptability, boundary-setting, and collaboration. It then provides a detailed breakdown of your strengths and areas for improvement, offering practical advice and communication tips tailored to your results.
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Question 1 of 7
When your co-parent is speaking about a problem or concern, how do you usually respond?
I interrupt them with my own opinion and version of what occured as soon as I can.
I listen but my mind wanders easily to my response before they're finished.
I focus on what they're saying, sometimes taking notes and asking questions for clarity before offering my opinion or suggestion.
I zone out and don’t really pay attention because I can't stand listening to my co-parent's voice.
Question 2 of 7
When you and your co-parent disagree, do you make an effort to discuss the issue in a way that is productive and focused on your child?
Yes, we could give our own TED talk.
Sometimes, but emotions and old habits get in the way.
No, our conflicts usually end up with us yelling at each other, insisting we are right, or hanging up the phone.
Question 3 of 7
If your co-parent is upset and expressing their feelings, how do you respond?
I know my co-parent so I try to fix the situation immediately.
I tell them they are just being emotional and we need to focus on our chid and then offer logical solutions.
I listen quietly and acknowledge their emotions even if I disagree with them, trying to understand where they’re coming from.
I get easily frustrated with my co-parent and stop listening.
Question 4 of 7
You and your co-parent disagree about a parenting decision (typically discipline, education, medical care, etc.). How do you handle it?
I insist my way is best and shut down their ideas. My way or the highway.
I remain calm, listen to their perspective, and suggest finding a middle ground. I always make sure my co-parent feels heard.
I get defensive and the conversation often escalates into a fight.
I avoid the conversation entirely and hope the conflict resolves on its own.
Question 5 of 7
If your co-parent is late for a pick-up or drop-off, how do you respond?
I confront them with an angry text message, telling them how inconsiderate they are.
I immediately assume they don’t care about the schedule, because who forgets to pick up their kid?
I say nothing and just deal with it myself, letting resentment build.
I calmly express my worry and ask what happened to understand their side or offer support in modifying the schedule that it works best for everyone's schedule.
Question 6 of 7
Your co-parent is having a rough day and is short with you about an important decision. How do you respond?
I ask if everything’s okay and try to give them some space or support.
I am immediately pissed off and I dish it right back.
I take a deep breath and I keep my frustration to myself, but man am I resentful that my co-parent talked to me that way.
I tell them they shouldn’t take it out on me, and remind them that this isn't about them, it's about our child.
Question 7 of 7
You’re having a rough day, and your co-parent sends a text about something trivial. How do you respond?
Give them a snappy short response.
Let your frustration out—you’re only human.
Ignore it. Why are they bothering you?
Reply as though everything is fine, masking your frustration.