Best Co-Parenting in Wyoming — 10 resources

About Co-Parenting for Women

Co-parenting programs help separated and divorced mothers share custody constructively and document communication. Most states require court-ordered parent education (often called 'children first' or 'co-parenting' classes) before finalizing a divorce or custody order involving minor children — typically 4–6 hours, online or in person, costing 5–$75. Court-based mediation programs are often free or sliding-scale and certified through state mediation councils. Digital tools like OurFamilyWizard, Talking Parents, and 2Houses provide court-admissible message logs, shared calendars, and expense tracking that family judges increasingly require in high-conflict cases. This directory includes state-required classes, mediators, and co-parenting apps.

Co-Parenting in Wyoming

Wyoming district courts hear family matters across its 23 counties and nine judicial districts. The Child Support Services Program operates under DFS. Cheyenne, Casper, Laramie, and Gillette are the largest cities. Legal Aid of Wyoming and the Wyoming Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault provide statewide civil legal aid and safety services for women.

10 Resources

Frequently Asked

How many co-parenting resources are in Wyoming?

Women's Corner tracks 10 co-parenting resources for women in Wyoming.

Are co-parenting resources in Wyoming free?

10 of the 10 listed co-parenting resources in Wyoming are explicitly free or low-cost.

Which cities in Wyoming have co-parenting resources?

Listings span cities including Cheyenne.

What are some examples of co-parenting resources in Wyoming?

Featured entries include UW Extension — Parenting Programs, Wyoming Legal Services — Co-Parenting, Our Family Wizard, TalkingParents, AppClose.

Do these listings include phone numbers?

2 of 10 Wyoming co-parenting listings include phone numbers.

Is a parenting class required for divorce?

In most states, yes — a 4–6 hour court-approved co-parenting class (5–$75, often online) is required before any divorce or custody order involving minor children is finalized. Check your state court's approved provider list. The class is gender-neutral and focuses on protecting kids from conflict.

What's mediation and do I have to do it?

Mediation is a confidential negotiation with a neutral third party to agree on a parenting plan. Most states require at least one mediation session before contested custody hearings. It's faster, cheaper, and less traumatic than litigation. If there's domestic violence history, you can request to opt out or have separate-room mediation.

Which co-parenting app should I use?

OurFamilyWizard, Talking Parents, and 2Houses are accepted as evidence in court in most US jurisdictions. They provide tamper-proof message logs, shared calendars, expense tracking, and a tone-monitoring feature. If your ex is abusive or harassing, these apps create a documented record judges will read.

How do I co-parent with someone who was abusive?

Use parallel parenting instead of cooperative co-parenting — minimize contact, use a court-monitored app for all communication, exchange the child at a neutral location or police station, and stick strictly to the written parenting plan. Document everything. Many states allow supervised exchanges through Safe Exchange programs at no cost.