Co-parenting from different countries with Harriet Hadfield

In this episode Kate is joined by Harriet Hadfield to discuss the best ways of co-parenting from different countries.

Released: 10 November 2021
Updated: 28 November 2025
30 MIN
#37
Coparenting

In this episode Kate is joined by Harriet Hadfield to discuss the best ways of co-parenting from different countries.

About the episode:

In this episode, Kate and Harriet discuss the challenges that come with co-parenting from different countries, as well as some helpful tips to help co-parents cope with this, and separation in general.

Please note: this episode was recorded before the introduction of no-fault divorce in England and Wales, and may mention the previous legal system. For accurate information on the legal process of divorce, please visit amicable.co.uk

About our guests:

Harriet Hadfield is a broadcaster and journalist who’s covered notable news stories for the BBC and Sky News over the past 15 years. Since her marriage broke down suddenly and unexpectedly last year, she and her 3-year-old son Jack have settled on the Isle of Wight to be near her family and to the beach. Jack’s dad lives in Switzerland so they have been learning to cross-border co-parent, made all the trickier during a pandemic. 

More resources:

Get in touch with amicable for information on the legal, financial and children aspects of separation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert through the amicable website.

Thanks for listening - here’s 3 months of the amicable co-parenting app for free! Open this link on your phone, install the app and create your account. Once that’s done, select 'I have a promo code' when setting up your family, enter PODCAST, press ‘apply’ and enjoy staying organised together.

Latest Episodes

Episode #215: Second marriage or first: put a prenup on your wedding checklist
Life after divorce
7 October 2026
38 MIN

Second marriage or first: put a prenup on your wedding checklist

If you're divorced and thinking about marrying again, you already know why the money conversation early on is so important.

#215
Episode #214: The psychology of heartbreak at any age, with Jemma Sbeg
Emotional journey
30 September 2026
43 MIN

The psychology of heartbreak at any age, with Jemma Sbeg

If you've ever wondered whether heartbreak gets easier with age, or just different, this episode might surprise you.

#214
Episode #213: In brief: myths around pensions and divorce
Finances
23 September 2026
28 MIN

In brief: myths around pensions and divorce

Pensions are often the biggest asset in a marriage – sometimes bigger than the family home – yet they're the one most people overlook when they separate.

#213

Listen to The Divorce Podcast on your favourite platform