Rachel Stevens discussed the difficulties of co-parenting with her ex-husband Alex Bourne during an appearance on Wednesday’s episode of Lorraine. The S Club star, 46, announced her split from her childhood sweetheart, Alex, in July 2022, just one month shy of their 13th anniversary.
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Speaking with Lorraine Kelly on the ITV show, Rachel admitted that navigating their separation has been challenging. The former couple shares two daughters, Amelie, 12, and Minnie, nine. Rachel has since moved on with her Dancing On Ice partner, Brendyn Hatfield, 38.
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“It’s not been easy,” Rachel confessed. “It’s a process like with anything, and I love the word navigate because it so is. It’s such a process.” She emphasized the continuous challenges that come with co-parenting, especially with the children involved. “With kids, there are always things coming at you and they’re always going to be our priority and our focus, and keeping them safe in it all.”
Despite the difficulties, Rachel expressed gratitude for the support they received during their separation. “I feel very lucky that the kids are both of our priority, and we’ve had lots of help and advice in the lead-up to our separation,” she shared.
Rachel highlighted the importance of teamwork and mutual focus on their daughters’ well-being. “We just manage as best as we can, muddle our way through it, but with them at our forefront,” she added.
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