During a revealing appearance on the ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast, Kim Kardashian shared the profound difficulties of co-parenting with her ex-husband Kanye West, admitting that their children have not heard from him in “a couple of months” and staunchly refuting claims that she restricts his access to their kids.
The intricate world of celebrity co-parenting often plays out in the public eye, but few dynamics have been as scrutinized as that of Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. Recently, Kim Kardashian offered a candid glimpse into the realities of raising their four children amidst Kanye’s fluctuating presence, a topic she openly discussed on the ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast.
The Unsettling Silence: Kanye’s Absence from His Children’s Lives
During her appearance on Alex Cooper’s ‘Call Her Daddy’ podcast on October 15, Kim Kardashian, 44, made a striking revelation. When asked about the last time Kanye West, 48, had seen their children, she paused before stating, “Whenever he’ll call for them and ask, it’s probably been a couple months since we’ve heard from him.” This admission sheds light on the challenges she faces in maintaining a consistent relationship between her kids and their father.
The former couple shares four children: North, 12, Saint, 9, Chicago, 7, and Psalm, 6. Kardashian emphasized that despite the difficulties, she dedicates herself to raising them “full time.” “They live with me, and I welcome a great, healthy relationship with my kids and their dad,” she affirmed, a sentiment reported by People.
Kim’s Parenting Philosophy: Stability, Protection, and Openness
When questioned about how she manages potential disappointment from the children regarding Kanye’s absence, Kardashian explained that she frames it within the context of his demanding lifestyle. “They always knew that he had a big life traveling before and was always on tour and all of that, and that he lives in different countries all the time and loves to live all over the place,” she elaborated, indicating her efforts to normalize the situation for them. She views her primary role as a mother as ensuring “they stick to their routine and they’re healthy and happy.”
However, Kardashian was clear that co-parenting is “not easy no matter what, co-parenting with anyone.” She shared that she consistently advocates for a strong relationship between her children and their father, but also recognizes the need to “protect them when it’s time for that.” This approach, she admitted, “goes in waves and phases, and it’s a lot of work.”
Addressing the “Kidnapping” Narrative
In the past, Kanye West has publicly accused Kim Kardashian of preventing him from seeing their children, even suggesting she had “kidnapped” them through social media posts. Kardashian vehemently denied these claims on the podcast.
“I’ve never once [kept them] away from him. I’ve never once done that,” she insisted, explaining that these narratives often emerge unexpectedly. She recounted waking up to tweets making such accusations, clarifying that “it’s not a kidnapping. It’s a divorce.” Kardashian further stated that she has sent the children to visit their father “all over the world every time he asks,” including Saudi Arabia, Italy, and Japan, as reported by Page Six.
She did acknowledge situations where she might suggest alternative arrangements if “it’s just really super unhealthy” for the kids to see their dad. However, she noted an interesting dynamic: “when he is like that, he doesn’t really wanna see the kids a lot.” This implies that his periods of erratic behavior often coincide with his reduced desire for contact, thus aligning with her protective instincts.
The Reality of Their Divorce: Why Kim Ended the Marriage
The interview also touched upon the underlying reasons for her divorce from Kanye West, which was finalized in November 2022. Kardashian shared that the decision stemmed from a need to protect herself and her children from a relationship that had become “toxic.” She spoke about Kanye’s mental health struggles, referencing his diagnosis of bipolar disorder with the release of his 2018 album Ye.
She claimed she needed West to “make changes” that would be “healthy and beneficial,” but he wasn’t willing. The instability, including impulsive financial decisions like giving away multiple luxury cars, and not feeling safe emotionally or financially, ultimately led to her decision. “When you have kids, it’s definitely harder to leave than it is to stay,” she reflected, asserting that she “had to save myself in order to be a better mom for everyone.”
The Long Road to Coexistence
Drawing wisdom from her own family experience, Kardashian recalled her mother, Kris Jenner, advising that it takes “like five years of being divorced before everything like really comes together and everyone can like coexist and like be friends.” While her divorce was finalized in 2022, she suggests they are still in the early, more challenging phases.
Despite the public accusations and personal struggles, Kim Kardashian maintains a steadfast commitment to not speak negatively about Kanye to their children. “The last thing my kids need is for them to hear it from me,” she stated, underscoring her dedication to protecting their perception of their father. This interview offers fans a comprehensive understanding of the challenging, yet deeply considered, approach Kim Kardashian is taking to co-parenting in the very public eye.
