What is co-parenting?
Co-parenting is a project where two or more adults decide to have and raise a child together without necessarily being a couple. The wish to become a parent comes before the romantic relationship. Co-parents agree in advance on parenting, time with the child, financial contribution and major decisions.
This model appeals to a growing number of adults: singles who no longer want to wait, people who put the child project at the centre of their lives, and same-sex couples who want to partner with a third person to build a family.
Co-parenting vs. a traditional family
- Traditional family: the child project grows out of a romantic relationship.
- Solo parenthood: one person chooses to raise a child alone.
- Co-parenting: several adults team up around the child project, sharing responsibilities, with or without a romantic bond.
How to start a co-parenting project
1. Clarify your project
Before looking for a co-parent, define your intentions: how fast you want to move, how you plan to conceive, and what role each parent will have in the child's life.
2. Meet aligned people
This is where Babymatch helps: every member has one clear goal — becoming a parent. You create a profile, listen to a short voice note from each person to gauge their sincerity, and connect with those whose project matches yours.
3. Formalise your agreement
Once trust is established, put your commitments in writing (where the child lives, parental authority, contribution). Working with a family-law professional is strongly recommended.
Legal basics
Raising a child with several committed adults is legal in most countries, but filiation and parental rights follow specific rules. Anticipating these questions with a lawyer protects both the child and each parent. Babymatch is a matchmaking tool and does not replace legal or medical advice.