How to Co-Parent After Separation Navigating Divorce, Work, and Motherhood with Dignity

When a relationship ends, it’s not just the romantic partnership that dissolves - it’s the version of the life you imagined. For working mums, that loss can feel even heavier. You’re juggling career responsibilities, managing the daily needs of your children, and trying to make sense of an entirely new identity.

In this honest and practical conversation I chat with family lawyer, author, and co-parent Gabriella Pomare to talk about how working mums can navigate separation, divorce, and co-parenting with grace and clarity. Gabriella shares her personal story of rebuilding life after separation, whilst raising her son, managing a demanding career as a partner in a law firm, and finding a new identity.

We discuss:

• The emotional reality of separation and identity loss
• How to communicate with your ex without escalating conflict
• Setting boundaries that protect your peace (and your children)
• Strategies for reducing the mental load when co-parenting
• The power of modeling respect and stability for your kids
• When to seek professional help — and why mediation can work better than court

 

Resources & Links 

Follow Gariella @collaborativecoparent and see her website for free resources thecollaborativeco-parent.com.au and check out her new book "The Collaborative Coparent" 

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