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In brief: Co-parenting when you travel for work

The Divorce Podcast·amicable·14 September 2026·15 min

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If you're navigating work travel while co-parenting, this episode will help you plan around it without the guilt, or the arguments.In this episode, Kate Daly shares practical advice on how to plan childcare, communicate with your co-parent, and build a support network so work travel doesn't disrupt your co-parenting relationship or your children's routines.In this episode, we cover:Why work travel feels different once you're co-parentingHow to agree a parenting plan for travelWhy your co-parent isn't your default childcare, and what to do insteadKeeping your co-parent in the loop and staying connected with your kids while you're awayThis episode is for co-parents whose work involves travel, or anyone working out childcare arrangements beyond the usual routine.More divorce resourcesNeed expert help right now?Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert for guidance on the legal, financial, emotional or co-parenting aspects of separation. Or explore our Separating with Children Service – a 90-minute joint session with a Co-parenting Specialist tailored to your family’s needs.Want ongoing support through separation?Join amicable space for bonus podcast episodes, exclusive webinars and articles on co-parenting and an interactive community where you can share questions and get expert advice from amicable specialists. Start your free trial here.Kate’s book amicable divorce includes dedicated chapters on co-parenting, with practical guidance on supporting your children's wellbeing, talking to them in age-appropriate ways and building a cooperative co-parenting relationship that reduces conflict. Find it on Amazon today.Want to stay organised as co-parents?Download our free Parenting Plan template to help you and your co-parent agree on shared goals, routines and decision-making – with your children at the centre.Try the amicable co-parenting app free for 3 months to share calendars, track expenses and communicate clearly. Open this link on your phone, install the app, create your account, select 'I have a promo code', enter PODCAST and press ‘apply’.#Coparenting