Co-Parent Compatibility Checklist

Published by CoParentPrep · Editorial update: October 4, 2026

Answer for a specific person you're considering. For each statement, mark whether you've actually discussed it and agree. Your checklist answers stay in this browser page and are not saved or sent. The summary organizes conversations; it does not assess whether someone is a suitable parent.

What the summary means

The 20 statements cover money, parenting time, values, logistics and conflict resolution. Each answer receives 0, 1 or 2 points, with a maximum of 8 per area and 40 overall. The percentage is your points divided by 40. Every statement has equal weight for this summary; that does not mean every issue matters equally in your circumstances.

This is not a validated compatibility test, a prediction of conflict, or a readiness threshold. A high total can coexist with an important unresolved issue. A zero can mean an undiscussed topic or disagreement; discuss which it is rather than treating those situations as identical.

Choose the next conversation

• Undiscussed or disputed: clarify each answer using the questions guide.
• Discussed but unsettled: write down what remains open and what information or professional help you need.
• Discussed and aligned: record the specifics and review them as circumstances change; explore agreement topics with a qualified attorney.

You can seek legal or counseling advice at any stage. No score establishes that an arrangement is safe, suitable or legally enforceable.

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