45% of divorced adults stay in contact with their ex. But adding new spouses into the mix makes everything more complicated.
Upsides:
– Emotional stability & smoother co-parenting
Downsides:
– Jealousy
– Boundary confusion
– Lingering feelings
– Higher stress on second marriages
Suggested Takeaway:
“Healthy boundaries or hidden landmines? Hanging out with your ex and their new spouse might seem progressive — but could quietly erode trust.”