A total of 128 recently separated mothers and their children were interviewed and completed a number of adjustment measures. Mothers' work situation was assessed according to two variables: time at work and job level. Number of years of education was used as a predictor of mothers' work situation. Mothers' adjustment was assessed in terms of life satisfaction, mood disturbance, and stress symptoms. Children's adjustment was assessed using two indicators: negative affect and guilt. Children's post-separation adjustment was found to be related to their mothers' adjustment rather than to their mothers' work situation. Mothers' adjustment was related to job level but not to the amount of time spent at work. (Relationships among these variables are discussed.) (Author/RH)