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Reid on Divorce: 'Not Co-Parenting, It's Parallel Parenting'
18 Aug
Summary
- Kayla Rae Reid prefers 'head parent in charge' over 'single mom' label.
- She describes her parenting approach with ex Ryan Lochte as 'parallel parenting'.
- Reid receives $1,000 monthly financial support from Lochte post-divorce.
Kayla Rae Reid is adopting a new perspective on motherhood following her divorce from Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte. She proposes 'head parent in charge' as an alternative to the term 'single mom,' highlighting her active role.
Reid characterizes her relationship with Lochte concerning their three children as 'parallel parenting,' suggesting a lack of mutual consideration in traditional co-parenting. She states that she was financially supporting their home, utilities, and the children's activities.
Their divorce, finalized in early July 2026, was prolonged by disputes, notably concerning financial support. Court records indicate Lochte will provide Reid with $1,000 monthly and split daycare costs. Reid declined an offer of $25,000 for custody and to relocate the children to Missouri.
Reid now holds primary custody, with Lochte having visitation for four days monthly. Lochte acknowledged past mistakes, expressing gratitude for his children and stating his focus is on fatherhood with his fiancée, Molly Gillihan.
