In this season of MID, we are answering the dilemmas and questions that you, our listeners, have sent us.

This episode is all about divorce and separation—when it might be the right choice, what typically leads to it, and how to navigate it in the healthiest way possible. Our guest, Nikki Parkinson, has been through a divorce herself—an especially unique one—and now dedicates her work to helping others through their own journeys.

The dilemmas that Nikki & Holly tackle in this episode are:
I have fallen out of love with my husband, but I don't know if I can afford life without him. What do I do?
I’ve been divorced for almost two years, and my ex wants to introduce his new partner to our children. I think it's too soon, but he thinks I'm being jealous. Should he respect my wishes? 
I’m having an affair with someone I met at work, and the sex is amazing. Do I have to tell my husband? 
How do I know it’s really over with my partner of six years—my first same-sex relationship—when she says she’s unsure, has moved out, but still calls and comes back? 

You can find out more about The Divorce and Separation Hub at the links below. 

Website

Instagram

Facebook

Podcast

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CREDITS:

Guest: Nikki Parkinson

Host: Holly Wainwright

Executive Producer: Naima Brown

Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman

Audio Producer: Jacob Round

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

In this season of MID, we are answering the dilemmas and questions that you, our listeners, have sent us.
This episode is all about divorce and separation&mdash;when it might be the right choice, what typically leads to it, and how to navigate it in the healthiest way possible. Our guest, Nikki Parkinson, has been through a divorce herself&mdash;an especially unique one&mdash;and now dedicates her work to helping others through their own journeys.
The dilemmas that Nikki &amp; Holly tackle in this episode are:
<ul>
<li>I have fallen out of love with my husband, but I don't know if I can afford life without him. What do I do?</li>
<li>I&rsquo;ve been divorced for almost two years, and my ex wants to introduce his new partner to our children. I think it's too soon, but he thinks I'm being jealous. Should he respect my wishes?&nbsp;</li>
<li>I&rsquo;m having an affair with someone I met at work, and the sex is amazing. Do I have to tell my husband?&nbsp;</li>
<li>How do I know it&rsquo;s really over with my partner of six years&mdash;my first same-sex relationship&mdash;when she says she&rsquo;s unsure, has moved out, but still calls and comes back?&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
You can find out more about The Divorce and Separation Hub at the links below.&nbsp;
<a href="https://divorceandseparationhub.com/">Website</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thedivorcehub/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/thedivorcehub/">Facebook</a>
<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/divorce-and-separation/id1574477306">Podcast</a>
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Share your feedback!&nbsp;<a href="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960" data-stringify-link="https://help.mamamia.com.au/en-US/send-a-podcast-voice-note-467960" data-sk="tooltip_parent">Send us a voice message </a>or email us at <a href="mailto:podcast@mamamia.com.au">podcast@mamamia.com.au</a>&nbsp;
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CREDITS:
Guest: Nikki Parkinson
Host:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/wainwrightholly/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;amp;ig_mid=74644078-8F28-485C-9065-97B07E9DEE99">Holly Wainwright</a>
Executive Producer: Naima Brown
Senior Producer: Tahli Blackman
Audio Producer: Jacob Round
Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Welcome to MID - the grown-up conversations women deserve.

Ever wondered what to do when your ducks don't all fit neatly into the row they're supposed to?

Each episode we bring you handpicked compelling stories discussing relationships and wellness.

Fun, frank wisdom from an impressive line up of well loved names, in the second act of life who share it all.

MID goes deep on self-care with zero shame and rich experiences you can cherry-pick for wisdom to share, changes to make and attitude we can borrow.

In MID... we're anything but.

Welcome to MID - the grown-up conversations women deserve.
Ever wondered what to do when your ducks don't all fit neatly into the row they're supposed to?
Each episode we bring you handpicked compelling stories discussing relationships and wellness.
Fun, frank wisdom from an impressive line up of well loved names, in the second act of life who share it all.
MID goes deep on self-care with zero shame and rich experiences you can cherry-pick for wisdom to share, changes to make and attitude we can borrow.
In MID... we're anything but.

"I Want A Divorce But I Can't Afford It"

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