“Staying For The Kids Can Be Worse” – Divorce Lawyer Gabriella Pomare’s Honest Relationship Advice

SPECIAL GUEST Gabriella Pomare Divorce Lawyer & Author of The Collaborative Co-ParentHost of the Podcast Before It Breaks 🌐 Website: https://gabriellapomare.com/🎙️ Podcast: https://gabriellapomare.com/podcast⚖️ Family Law Profile: https://www.thenortonlawgroup.com.au/sydney-family-lawyer-gabriella-arvanitis SUMMARY What really causes relationships to break down? And is staying together for the kids always the right choice? In this special Chris & Amy Podcast episode, Amy Gerard and Chris Page sit down with leading divorce lawyer, author and podcast host Gabriella Pomare for an honest conversation about modern relationships, separation and the realities of co-parenting after a breakup. Drawing on years of experience helping families navigate some of life's most challenging moments, Gabriella shares her insights into why marriages end, the growing phenomenon of "silent divorce" and the common warning signs couples often ignore. She explains how resentment, poor communication and changing expectations can slowly erode even the strongest relationships. The discussion explores whether staying together for the children is always the best option, the impact separation can have on families, and how parents can work towards healthier co-parenting arrangements when relationships do come to an end. Gabriella also tackles misconceptions around family law, custody and what really matters when decisions are made in the best interests of children. Along the way, Amy and Chris ask some of the questions they couldn't fit into the radio show, leading to candid stories, surprising insights and practical advice for anyone navigating relationships, marriage or separation. Whether you're in a long-term relationship, co-parenting, or simply curious about what keeps couples together, Gabriella offers a thoughtful and refreshing perspective on love, conflict and putting children first. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 – Gabriella Pomare Joins The Podcast 00:50 – Are Divorce Rates Really Increasing? 01:15 – Why Women Are More Likely To Leave Relationships 03:00 – The Biggest Misconceptions About Divorce 04:30 – The Pettiest Reasons Couples Break Up 05:20 – The Rise Of The “Silent Divorce” 06:20 – Is Social Media Damaging Relationships? 06:45 – The Questions They Couldn't Ask On-Air 07:00 – Weird Relationship Secrets & Divorce Confessions 08:15 – The Most Ridiculous Courtroom Fights 09:20 – Gabriella's Own Divorce Journey 10:30 – Co-Parenting Without Conflict 12:15 – Should You Stay Together For The Kids? 14:25 – Children, Family Court & Custody Myths 16:55 – What Family Courts Really Care About 17:40 – Gabriella's Final Advice For Couples #️⃣ Hashtags #ChrisAndAmy #AmyGerard #GabriellaPomare #DivorcePodcast #Relationships #MarriageAdvice #CoParenting #FamilyLaw #ModernRelationships #ParentingPodcast #AustralianPodcast #SeparationSupport #RelationshipAdvice #BeforeItBreaks #ChrisAndAmyPodcast 🔗 Hosts Amy Gerard🌐 www.amygerard.com.au📸 @amy.gerard Chris Page📸 @chris_page83 Special Guest – Gabriella Pomare🎙️ Host of Before It Breaks📖 Author of The Collaborative Co-Parent Executive Producer – Mathew Eggleston📧 [email protected]📸 @eggoau on InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.