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Ben Affleck has joked that his parenting skills don’t match Jennifer Garner’s.
What Affleck Said About Parenting
On a preview of the Oct. 11 episode of Sunday Today with Willie Geist, he said Garner sets a high standard as a mom.
He called her ‘spectacular’
and admitted it makes him feel like he’s falling short.
He told his kids he’s doing about 75 percent as well as Garner.
The kids joked back with ‘Maybe 40 percent.’
He laughed and said: ‘I’m maxing out. Woo, B+!’
Respect and Gratitude
Despite their divorce, Affleck respects Garner deeply.
He said mutual respect is key to good co-parenting.
He called her a ‘great mom’ and is grateful for her role in raising their children.
Co-Parenting in Practice
During a press tour for his film Animals, Affleck described the routine.
He works hard, then picks up the kids from school.
They alternate weeks — one week with him, one with Garner.
He said: ‘They have a great thing with their mom, for whom I’m also really, really grateful.’
Background: From Co-Stars to Divorce
Affleck and Garner first met in 2003 at a Daredevil screening.
They married in June 2005 and stayed a public couple through major events.
They lived apart for 10 months before officially divorcing in June 2015.
Why This Matters
Public figures often keep strong parenting relationships after divorce.
Respect and shared responsibility are central to successful co-parenting.
Limitations and Context
The comments are light-hearted and not a critique of Garner’s parenting.
Affleck’s remarks are meant as humor, not an evaluation of performance.
What to Watch Next
As they continue co-parenting, their routine may offer more insight into their dynamic.
Future public appearances could reveal more about their parenting approach.
Source: Eonline
