Defuze, the Al-powered co-parenting app, is revolutionising shared parenting by blending technology with community-driven support, offering parents a stress-free way to communicate and collaborate. Following a successful initial funding round, Defuze is now focused on scaling its impact and attracting new strategic partners.

AI-driven solutions and a supportive community

Defuze's flagship feature, THEA, is an Al co-parenting companion that neutralises reactivity, ensuring that messages remain practical, not personal. By leveraging natural language processing and neuro-linguistic programming, THEA helps co­parents communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and manage responsibilities without unnecessary tension.

• No more guessing games: Defuze removes friction from conversations so parents can focus on logistics, not past grievances
• No more walking on eggshells: THEA ensures that exchanges remain productive, preventing conversations from escalating into conflict
• No more wasted energy: Defuze reduces the emotional burden of co-parenting, allowing parents to make decisions with clarity and confidence

Beyond technology, Defuze Circle provides a safe space for co-parents to connect, share experiences, and access trusted resources. With privacy and boundaries at the forefront, Defuze ensures that every parent feels supported and empowered throughout their journey.

Vanessa, Carson, Founder & CEO, commented: ''As a single parent, I've lived the stress, frustration, and exhaustion of trying to co-parent when communication is strained.

“'Defuze is the missing piece – a buffer that prevents conflict, a mediator that keeps conversations productive, and a bridge that ensures both parents remain actively involved in their children's lives, even when direct communication is difficult. We believe that co-parenting shouldn't be reactive; it should be proactive, giving parents the tools to prevent conflict before it starts.''

Beyond an app – a social impact movement

Defuze isn't just a co-parenting platform – it's a movement to reshape the future of co-parenting. Alongside building the technology, Vanessa Carson is actively working with organisations on court reform, advocating for a system that prioritises collaboration over confrontation.

Traditional solutions, such as legal intervention and mediation, are costly, outdated, and reactive, often leading to:

• Escalated conflict: poor communication fuels tension, creating unnecessary stress and misunderstandings
• Financial and legal burdens: custody disputes and legal battles drain resources that could be better spent on the family's wellbeing
• Workplace disruption: family disputes contribute to £30 billion in lost productivity annually, affecting career stability and financial security
• Disconnected extended families: grandparents, step-parents, and caregivers struggle to remain involved when communication barriers exist

Defuze provides a proactive, preventative alternative, leveraging Al to improve communication, prevent unnecessary escalation, and support better family outcomes.

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