FIFO Parenting is No Joke—Let’s Talk About It. With Vicky Pellowe from The FIFO Family Project.

Parenting is tough—but when one parent is flying in and out for work, the challenges multiply. This week on Thriving Parenting, I’m joined by Vicky Pellowe, founder and CEO of The FIFO Family Project, to talk about the realities of FIFO (Fly-In, Fly-Out) parenting and how families can find the support they need.Vicky, a former FIFO worker herself, understands both sides of the FIFO lifestyle—the highs, the lows, and the unexpected hurdles that come with raising a family when one parent is away for extended periods. In this conversation, we explore:What FIFO parenting really looks like beyond the stereotypesThe biggest struggles for FIFO parents, partners at home, and kidsWhy isolation is the number one challenge for families and how to combat itThe importance of community, education, and wellbeing for FIFO familiesPractical strategies to make FIFO work for your unique family situationVicky shares the incredible work she’s doing with The FIFO Family Project—from community meetups to educational resources and upcoming support programs. Whether you’re a FIFO family, know someone who is, or just want to understand the complexities of this lifestyle, this episode is packed with insights and solutions.Want more support? I offer free sleep clarity sessions to help parents navigate stress, sleep, and connection-based changes. Reach out to see how we can work together!Watch my free empowerment video and in less than 20 mins, gain some healthy Instagram perspective to help you to stay clear and become mindful of the Instagram vortex. For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 54 Show NotesAnd I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here. Until next time, Thrivers!