# Parenting | Are Your Kids Walking on Eggshells? Co-Parenting Without Emotional Damage

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Podcast: [Divorce and Separation](https://stenobird.com/podcast/divorce-and-separation-4057803)
Published: 2026-02-11T19:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

When parents separate, the focus is often on logistics parenting schedules, property settlements, court orders. But underneath all of that is something quieter. The emotional world of our children. In this episode, I sit down with psychologist Jamie Maserow , author of The Therapist in Therapy , to explore the silent emotional work children often carry during divorce and separation. We discuss how children can slip into people-pleasing patterns, walking on eggshells to avoid upsetting Mum or Dad. We unpack jealousy — whether it's a child feeling replaced by a new partner, or a parent struggling with their child's bond with the other parent. And we talk about how to build emotional safety so kids feel secure enough to express what they really think and feel. Jamie shares practical strategies parents can implement immediately, including grounding techniques to manage anxiety during handovers and how to create open conversations without burdening children with adult issues. Resources Mentioned The Therapist in Therapy – Jamie Maserow The Invisible String (children's book referenced in discussion) Let's Keep the Conversation Going: Visit Divorce and Separation Hub to explore expert resources, courses, and programs tailored to your needs. Share your questions or comments you're not alone in this. Host: Nikki Parkinson, TEDx Speaker, Divorce Doula, Coach and Founder of The Divorce and Separation Hub. The Divorce and Separation Hub Website The Divorce and Separation Hub Instagram The Divorce and Separation Hub Facebook The Divorce and Separation Hub Linkedin Join our Divorce and Separation community HERE . Watch Nikki's TEDx Talk HERE . Guest: Jaime Maserow, Psychologist and Author of The Therapist in Therapy Website Instagram Book Loved This Episode? Support the podcast by s…

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