Templates

BIFF Communication Template

A structured communication tool designed to help parents respond in a Brief, Informative, Friendly, and Firm manner. This template guides you in writing clear, neutral messages that avoid emotional escalation while keeping conversations focused on the child’s needs and logistical details. Ideal for high-conflict co-parenting where clarity and boundaries are essential.

Documentation Entry Template

A simple, organized form for recording day-to-day incidents, concerns, and exchanges. Each entry includes date, time, location, involved parties, and a factual summary written in neutral language. This tool helps parents maintain accurate, consistent records that can be shared with professionals if needed.

Parental Interference Tracker

A detailed log used to track missed parenting time, last-minute cancellations, late exchanges, refusal of communication, and other forms of interference. The tracker includes fields for the date, what was scheduled, what occurred, the reason provided, your follow-up attempt, and documentation attached. Helps show patterns over time in a factual, non-emotional way.

Communication Checklist

A quick-reference guide parents can use before sending messages to one another. This checklist helps ensure communication stays child-focused, neutral, clear, and free of unnecessary emotion. Encourages consistency, reduces misunderstanding, and supports healthier interactions between households.

Screenshot Organizer

A streamlined way to store and categorize screenshots, including message threads, emails, missed call logs, or photos. Each entry includes date, platform, topic, and a brief fact-only note on why it matters. This template keeps digital evidence organized so parents aren’t overwhelmed by cluttered photo galleries or message folders.