Moana Hope defends new relationship with Maria Thattil

Moana Hope has defended her new relationship with former Miss Universe Australia, Maria Thattil, after she was accused of moving on too quickly from her marriage breakdown.

Hope with former wife Isabella Carlstrom and daughter Svrea. Supplied

Moana Hope has defended her right to move on after separating from wife Isabella Carlstrom.

The former AFLW player responded to a message that it’s “too soon” after posting a picture on Instagram with her new love, former Miss Universe Australia, Maria Thattil.

“Historically I don’t entertain those kind of comments or opinions but I actually responded to that person and I asked if they can send me the book on how to be separated,’’ Hope said.

“Because I think there is an index section in that book that can tell me how long you’re supposed to wait after separating from someone, that you should find happiness.

Maria Thattil and Moana Hope attend the opening night of ‘Death Of A Salesman’. Picture: Getty

Hope and Carlstrom were married for four years and had two children.

Maria Thattil attends Glamour On The Grid. Picture: Getty

“I have moved on, the other person has moved on. We are good and everyone’s happy and healthy. Why can’t I have happiness?”

Hope said she was in good place mentally and was the happiest she had felt.

The separation was confirmed in May after four years of marriage and two children.

“Talking about my own experience here,’’ Hope continued.

“Whether I’m dating one person, multiple people, whether I’m thinking about one day would I get married again, whatever decision I make for me is my choice. I don’t need to follow some book or time frame based on what’s appropriate. Or acceptable to people.”

She added: “I’m so excited for life and I’m in a good place and no time will change that.”