The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

My Ex Has a New Girlfriend: Tips on Coping and Co-Parenting

What do you do when your ex gets a new girlfriend and you aren't even divorced yet or you are newly divorced? In this episode, my guest, Divorce Attorney and Mediator, Erin Birt offers tips on what to consider when creating a co-parenting plan, how to cope emotionally, and how to protect your kids against your ex's new partner if you are concerned. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/my-ex-has-a-new-girlfriend-tips-on-co-parenting-and-coping/

What is Discovery and What is its Role in the Divorce Process?

This episode will provide you with everything you need to know about discovery in the divorce process. My guests, Karen Chellew and Catherine Shanahan, Co-founders of My Divorce Solution offer information and tips that will help you get divorced quicker and less expensively. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-is-discovery-in-divorce-and-what-is-its-role-in-the-process/

What is a Gray Divorce and Questions to Ask if You’re Considering It

What is a gray divorce? This episode and my guest, Divorce Coach, Cherie Morris will tell you so much about what to expect and how to plan if you are considering or going through a divorce at the age of 50 or above. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/what-is-a-gray-divorce-and-questions-to-ask-if-youre-considering-it/

Divorce When the Woman is the Breadwinner

More and more women are finding themselves going through a divorce when THEY are the breadwinner. In this episode, my guest, Divorce Attorney, Katherine Miller offers advice for this scenario, and also offers tips on how to protect yourself. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/katherine-e-miller-founder-of-miller-law-group-new-york-and-connecticut/

Should I Stay or Should I Go?

It's the million dollar question, and perhaps the toughest one you will ever have in your life. In this episode, my guest, podcaster and author, Kate Anthony offers advice in making this life-changing, monumental decision! We also talk about her new book, "The D Word," a must-read for those considering or going through a divorce! Learn more: https://kateanthony.com/dword/

Lessons and Blessings From Divorce

Divorce is devastating, but believe it or not, there are many, many lessons and blessings that come with this major life transition. My guest, Divorce attorney, Christine Diorio and I talk about the divorce blessings we experienced, and what you can expect (in a good way!) Learn more:  https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/lessons-and-blessings-from-divorce/

Tips for Corporate Executives Getting Divorced

Are you a corporate executive getting divorced? Or, are you getting divorced from a corporate executive? If so, this is a great episode for you! Divorce Attorney, Tiffany Hughes offers tips and advice. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/tips-for-executives-in-a-company-getting-divorced/

Divorce, Overeating, Shame, and Christmas Cookies

Overeating and all the emotions that go with it is stressful during the holidays. But add divorce into the mix and holiday eating just got a lot more complicated! Health Concierge and Dietician, Leslie Urbas, M.S., joins me to talk about emotional eating and tips not to gain that seven pounds over the holidays. Learn more: https://www.leslieurbas.com/

Co-Parenting, Alcohol Misuse, and the Holidays

The holidays can be such a challenging time for co-parenting, especially when there's alcohol misuse involved. In this episode, my guest, Chris Beck from Soberlink talks about some co-parenting strategies for those in this tough situation. We also talk about Soberlink and how it can help. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/co-parenting-alcohol-misuse-and-the-holidays/

Everything You Need to Know about Child Support

Child support might seem confusing, if you're newly separated. In this episode, my guest, Divorce Attorney, Bonnie Rabinovitch-Mantel answers my questions about child support, including how it's calculated and what happens when people don't pay. We also discuss the role of mediation when trying to determine a fair amount of child support. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/child-support-definition-and-more-of-what-you-should-know/