Following the recent split between model Elsie Hewitt and comedian Pete Davidson, the couple has found themselves at the centre of public scrutiny regarding their shared responsibilities as parents. The pair welcomed their daughter, Scottie Rose, just five months ago but have since parted ways, leading to divergent accounts of their co-parenting arrangement.
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In a video posted on TikTok, Hewitt expressed her struggles with solo parenting, stating that she is managing the challenges of motherhood independently. “That’s not what I’m thinking about right now because I have a baby to take care of, and I also have to work and make money, and I’m doing it on my own, which is hard,” she lamented, seemingly alluding to the pressures and trials of single parenting.
The model’s comments come amid speculation and concern from the public, with one TikTok user expressing that not staying with a partner during the postpartum period reflects “insanely loser behaviour.” Hewitt drew further attention when she appeared to endorse this sentiment by liking the comment, although she later removed the like, potentially indicating a desire to avoid additional controversy.
Amid the ongoing discourse, her social media activity suggested that she is actively seeking assistance in her new role. “I’m currently trying to find an assistant/mother’s helper/nanny type… basically [a] right hand person,” Hewitt stated in her Instagram Stories, thereby inviting qualified candidates to apply for the position, which she assured would be paid.
However, a source close to Davidson provided a contrasting perspective, asserting that the comedian has been significantly involved in their daughter’s life. The insider claimed, “Pete has made himself extremely available and has provided financial support. Pete is actually covering all Scottie costs and more.” This statement not only disputes Hewitt’s narrative but also highlights Davidson’s commitment to their child’s wellbeing.
The split reportedly stemmed from pre-existing strains in the couple’s relationship, which surfaced during Hewitt’s pregnancy. A source revealed that the couple struggled to navigate their relationship, particularly during this transitional phase, and indicated that both are now trying to establish a framework for effective co-parenting. “They were already struggling a bit while Elsie was pregnant. Things just happened so quickly between them, and they didn’t know each other very well,” the insider said.
Public knowledge of Hewitt and Davidson’s relationship began in March 2025, when they were first romantically linked. Just a few months later, they revealed they were expecting their first child together in July, and their daughter’s birth took place in December. Despite the joyous occasion, sources highlighted that they faced various challenges soon after.
In the weeks leading up to their split, reports conveyed that the couple was actively attempting to work through their difficulties while adjusting to their new roles as parents. “There are issues, but they’re trying to figure things out together,” a source explained back in April, shedding light on their effort to address their relationship struggles as they embraced parenthood.
As Elsie Hewitt and Pete Davidson navigate their separation and the complexities of raising a child together, the differing narratives underscore the challenges many couples face when transitioning into parenthood. With their daughter’s welfare at the forefront, it remains to be seen how they will move forward as co-parents. Public speculation may continue, but both parents evidently have a vested interest in ensuring the well-being of their daughter, Scottie Rose.