Why do we bash the other parent. Maybe thinking it will build a better bond with the child/Ren. I learned along time ago before I had children never to bash the other parent especially in front of the child/children. No matter what my mom went through with my father I never knew about it. Building a bond with your kids is very important and necessary but let's not down play the other parent no matter if they are active in the child/ren life. Be thoughtful