Helen Flanagan Reveals Anxiety, Dislikes Co-Parenting During Child Visits

Helen Flanagan has candidly expressed her deep struggles with co-parenting and anxiety in a series of emotional Instagram posts, revealing that she 'f****** hates co-parenting.' The Coronation Street actress shared that she finds it very difficult when her children, Matilda, Delilah, and Charlie, spend time with their father, former footballer Scott Sinclair, especially during school holidays. Despite enjoying moments with her kids, she admits to feeling overwhelmed and suffering from severe anxiety when they are with her, yet experiencing distress when they are away. Helen described her co-parenting arrangement as a "double-edged sword" and revealed that she has been dealing with anxiety that has left her feeling exhausted and in need of time for self-care. She also addressed criticism she has faced, emphasizing the emotional toll of managing her mental health alongside her parenting responsibilities. Throughout her heartfelt disclosures, Helen highlighted the challenges of balancing her own wellbeing while co-parenting, underscoring the complexity of her situation.