Coparenting

Exploring the effects of divorce on children with Dr. Amy Baker

In this episode Kate is joined by Dr. Amy Baker to discuss the effects of divorce on children.

10 September 2021
33 MIN
#31

In this episode Kate is joined by Dr. Amy Baker to discuss the effects of divorce on children.

About the episode:

Dr. Amy Baker brings her substantial expertise to talk about the effects of divorce on children.

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:

Dr. Amy Baker has a PhD in Developmental Psychology from Teachers College of Columbia University in the USA and is a researcher, expert, author, and a nationally recognized expert in parent child relationships, especially children of divorce. She is the author or co-author of 8 books and over 115 articles on parental alienation, co-parenting with a toxic ex, and helping teenagers navigate their parent’s divorce. She works as a coach to lawyers and mental health professionals as well as continuing her academic research and working as expert witness in courts.

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 #195: Supporting men's mental health at work during divorce, with Halfords
Emotional journey
20 May 2026
33 MIN

Supporting men's mental health at work during divorce, with Halfords

Mental health at work is hard to talk about - and for men, it can feel even harder, especially when divorce or separation is part of the picture.

#195
Episode #194: Single parenting after divorce: support, boundaries and self-care
Coparenting
13 May 2026
40 MIN

Single parenting after divorce: support, boundaries and self-care

Single parenting after separation is a lot – and so much of it goes unspoken.

#194
Episode #193: Glass half-full: Libby Brodie on how divorce made her a better person
Separation stories
6 May 2026
35 MIN

Glass half-full: Libby Brodie on how divorce made her a better person

Separation and a complete career change at the same time – sound overwhelming? For Libby Brodie, it was the start of something unexpected.

#193

Listen to The Divorce Podcast on your favourite platform