Life doesn't always go to plan. Relationships fall apart, marriages end and sometimes there might even be kids in the mix.
But when done right, co-parenting can be a blessing and blended families are on the rise now more than ever.
One such family is Mel Watt's. The mum-of-four and blogger recently took to Facebook to share a touching message about the relationships between her son, her ex and her partner.
"One is his biological father by blood," she writes. "The other is his father by choice.
"Both equally as important to him. Both equally as loved. Both called dad."
She notes the differences between the two men.
"One dad is adventurous and carefree. Long days at the beach and camping anywhere.
"One dad is more cautious and protective. Long days with friends or family outings."
But at the end of the day, "both [are] called dad."
However, this has not always been the case.
"One dad has been called Dad forever. He then spoke to the other dad about being called dad too. And that day forward they were both dad."
Despite their differences, they are both lucky to have her son, and he is blessed to have them.
"Both men with one thing in common. They have him. This son. Who they both love, cherish and support with all of their hearts."
"And as the mother of her son I couldn't ask for anything more from the both of them."
While life isn't always easy, this is Watt's "everyday family."
"I mean it hasn't always been lollipops and cotton candy. But with time, honesty and knowing our main priority are our children, time can create an amazing family dynamic.
"The best things in life aren't always how you planned your life to be. The universe has a strange way of letting you know what you need and where you need to be. We need to be here.
"The universe wanted this boy to have two fathers, he’s incredibly lucky."
He really is one lucky kid to have two such amazing dads.
Fellow parents, touched by Watt's honesty and optimism, have offered co-parenting stories and advice of their own.
What do you think? Have you ever had any co-parenting experiences?
