The Divorced Girl Smiling Podcast

4 Tips to Having Difficult Conversations With Your Ex

What do we mean by "difficult conversations?" Telling your spouse you want a divorce, asking your spouse to move out, conversations that come up in mediation, every money conversation. My guest in this episode is divorce coach, Mardi Winder-Adams, who offers 4 great tips on how to have these conversations to get what you want and maintain a good co-parenting relationship. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/4-tips-to-having-difficult-conversations-with-your-ex/

When Your Ex Won't Talk To You and You're Trying to Co-parent

Co-parenting isn't the easiest thing to do. And, it gets a lot more difficult when your ex decides he isn't speaking to you! It can feel frustrating, infuriating and hopeless, and your kids are probably going to feel it, too. My guest in this episode is Nikol Sotos, a divorce attorney and Judicial Education Coordinator for OurFamilyWizard. Nikol offers advice on what you can do if you're in this situation. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/my-ex-wont-talk-to-me-makes-co-parenting-pretty-darn-difficult/

2 Divorced People Talking about Our Divorces

When two people sit down and just talk about our divorces-the mistakes we made and what we learned, I think that's a pretty powerful thing for those facing divorce. So, that's exactly what I did in this episode with my guest, Phil LaGiglia, Mortgage Lender and divorced dad. This is such an authentic, honest conversation, and I think you'll benefit from our advice!

The Benefits of Sharing a Nanny or Babysitter with Your Ex

Divorce brings significant change to the lives of your children, and in this episode we talk about something that might help them cope with all the changes and feel some stability. What is it? It's WHO is it: your nanny. My guest in this episode is Brynn Ungerleider, founder of Premier Nanny Network, who offers reasons why sharing a nanny will benefit your kids during and after the divorce. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/5-benefits-of-divorced-parents-sharing-a-nanny/

Tips for Handling Change During and After Divorce

One of the hardest parts about divorce is that you have to face so many changes! The good news is, if you look at change in the right way, you will learn to accept and even like the changes! My guest in this episode is Liesel Darby, Mediator and Divorce Coach, who offers tips on handling change with grace, courage and an open mind. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/tips-for-handling-change-during-and-after-divorce/

Blending Families, Moving in Together and The Dog: We Have Tips!

Blending families and moving in together is so exciting! But have you ever thought about how your dog is going to feel (and behave) during the transition? My guest in this episode is Karis Nafte, Certified Dog Behavior Therapist and Pet Mediator, who offers tips on making sure your dog adapts to your blended family. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/blending-families-moving-in-together-and-the-dog/

5 Tips for Those Divorcing a Narcissist

Divorce is hard, no matter what the situation is. But divorce gets a lot more stressful and frustrating if you are divorcing a narcissist. My guest in this episode is divorce coach, Lisa Lisser, who describes the characteristics of a narcissist, and then offers tips on dealing with that person through your divorce. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/5-tips-to-keeping-your-sanity-when-divorcing-a-narcissist/

9 Ways To Save Money in Divorce

Divorce can feel incredibly stressful when it comes to finances and spending money. My guest in this episode is Financial Divorce Coach and divorced dad, Hirsch Serman, who offers 9 ways to save money in your divorce. 

5 Job Search Tips for Women Going Back to Work

Going back to work can feel stressful and scary, especially during or after divorce, or if you haven't worked in awhile. My guest in this episode is Amy Ratnow, founder of ALR Connections, her company that helps women with job skills and helps them get jobs! Amy, who was a stay at home mom for many years before going back to work, reveals 5 job search tips that will have you feeling motivated and empowered! Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/5-job-search-tips-for-women-going-through-a-divorce/

You Guide to all Things Child Support Related

If you are getting divorced and you have kids, this is a great episode for you! My guest is Colleen Breems, divorce attorney and partner for Beermann, LLP. Colleen explains child support in detail and offers a guide to everything you might want and need to know. Learn more: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/child-support-definition-and-your-guide-to-illinois-child-support/