Parenting is no picnic, and when you’re doing it solo the challenges can be even greater. Whether it’s because of a divorce or separation, co-parenting or parallel parenting, loss of a partner, or you’re doing it by yourself by choice, single parenting can be overwhelming as much as it is joyful.

In this episode, Matt & Liza are joined again by Sue Atkins, certified Parenting Coach, to discuss all things solo parenting, navigating difficult ages, tricky exes and ultimately how to put on your own oxygen mask first.

For any single/solo parents, this episode is a must-listen for tips and tricks, some gentle reminders and of course some of the legal bits around child arrangements.

00:52 Statistics on single parenting in the UK

02:17 Defining single parenting

03:27 Main challenges and positives of single parenting

06:06 Navigating the strains of single and co-parenting

09:18 Support networks

11:16 Addressing role models and influences

15:28 Communicating with children as a single parent

19:11 Time management and support

21:25 The joys of single parenting

24:00 Legal support and frameworks for single parents

26:49 Co-parenting and parallel parenting

28:16 Parenting when you live far away from your ex

34:12 Top tips

• Supporting teenagers through divorce https://spoti.fi/49DyHCZ
• Parenting after divorce or separation http://bit.ly/4e7UkyA
• Supporting neurodivergent children through divorce https://youtu.be/Wyuv-sFlRT4?si=tqjo2OWeSEZlSE-A
• Parenting plans - a comprehensive guide for parents https://bit.ly/44dTN9W

Further advice on the Stowe website: https://www.stowefamilylaw.co.uk/stowe-support/child-law-advice/

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If you need support with the issues raised in this podcast, or would like to speak to a family lawyer, contact Stowe at: https://bit.ly/35WPSj2

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