The Invisible Load

You don’t have to be a single parent to feel like you’re doing it all on your own.

Maybe you have shared care on paper, but the emotional load? That’s yours, day in and day out.

You’re the one noticing when your child’s struggling. You’re holding the bedtime tears, the school admin, the friendship fallouts. You’re the safe place and the organiser and the one who picks up the pieces after hard handovers.

And no one sees it. Not really.

How Emotionally Parenting Alone Shows Up

It’s not always obvious from the outside. But emotionally parenting alone can feel like:

• Constant overwhelm and decision fatigue
• Feeling invisible or underappreciated
• Resentment building because you’re “always the one”
• Carrying your child’s emotions and your own
• No space to fall apart because there’s no one else to step in

It’s not just exhausting. It’s lonely.

Why Co-Parenting Still Feels So One-Sided

Co-parenting implies partnership. But for many parents, that’s far from the truth.

If the other parent is inconsistent, emotionally unavailable, or disengaged from the hard bits, the weight lands on you. And it’s confusing, especially if you’re doing the “right things”. You try to communicate well. You compromise. You put your child first.

So why does it still feel so unbalanced?

Because emotional responsibility isn’t easily shared. Especially if one parent opts out. And while you can’t control their capacity or willingness, you can protect yours.

How Boundaries + Support Shift the Experience

You don’t have to carry it all. Even if the other parent doesn’t step up, there are ways to lighten the load:

• Set emotional boundaries. Not everything needs your immediate reaction. You’re allowed to pause, say no, or decide not to engage in drama.
• Share the invisible work. Whether it’s with a friend, teacher, or coach, naming what you’re carrying reduces isolation.
• Build a support team. One reliable friend or professional ally can make a world of difference. You deserve backup.
• Reframe what “good parenting” looks like. Being stretched thin isn’t a badge of honour. Reframe what good parenting looks like. Being stretched thin isn’t a badge of
  honour. Staying regulated and having the support you need is far more powerful for your child.
• You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

If you’re nodding along, The Co-Parenting Method was made for you. It’s not just about logistics, it’s about emotional resilience, communication strategies, and finding relief in a situation that can feel relentless.

One mum said:

“I didn’t realise how much I was carrying until I started the programme. For the first time in years, I don’t feel like I’m parenting alone.”

You deserve that too. Join us and let’s lighten the load together.