If you have gone through or are going through divorce we are sure you have heard the term guardian at litem or parent coordinator, but what are they and do you need one? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by the incredible Dr. Stacey Jones to educate listeners on both and if you will need to hire on during your divorce. In this episode, Michelle and Stacey will share their knowledge on: Why parenting coordinators and GAL are not assigned to every case When and why a judge may order a p...
Feb 12, 2024•28 min
We may be divorce and co-parenting specialists, but we still make mistakes and have to take accountability and learn from them. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess open up about some of their biggest co-parenting mistakes and how they worked through them. As hard as it may be to suck up your pride and admit you were wrong about something, it is in those moments you learn and grow. Michelle and Jess will open up about: How they brought their unhealed pasts into their first marriage Learnin...
Feb 05, 2024•38 min
So, you are feeling ready to jump back into the dating pool after getting divorced, or maybe you've been dating someone for awhile and not sure how to approach the next steps. Don't worry, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and her co-host, lead coach Jess Evans, have you covered. In this special episode of Moms Moving On: Divorce Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess share their personal experience with dating after divorce as well as give advice for listeners who are looking for input on how and when is the bes...
Jan 29, 2024•32 min
When your marriage is ending, you know your relationship with your soon-to-be-ex will change, but what about your friendships? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans will take a deep dive into their experience with friendships during and after divorce. In this information packed episode, they will discuss: The flockers and fleers, how to identify them and what to do about it Finding your "tribe" in the divorce process Understanding that people may pull away because they...
Jan 22, 2024•27 min
Welcome to week two of Moms Moving On (Unfiltered) where Michelle Dempsey-Multack and co-host Jess Evans continue the conversation about dating after divorce. Last week they covered dating after divorce, and this week they take a deep dive into one of the most important steps: when to introduce the children to your new partner. Having both experienced this personally, Michelle and Jess will open up about: Following your children's cues Not forcing a family dynamic on your children right off the ...
Jan 15, 2024•29 min
We often hear that "children are so resilient" which can be true, but they become resilient with support and guidance from those around them. The number one way parents can do this, is by showing them resiliency. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Dr. Jonathan DePierro author of "Resilience: The Science of Mastering Life's Greatest Challenges." Together, Michelle and Jonathan will educate listeners on: Putting in the work personally to mirror resiliency Helping your children be able...
Jan 08, 2024•33 min
As single parents, we want to give our children the same opportunities they would have had in a "traditional home." This includes, encouraging them to participate in extracurricular activities, but how should you handle that with your co-parent? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Co-Host Jess Evans will breakdown the best way to approach sporting events, school activities and more. Michelle and Jess will discuss: The importance of trying to attend events with your co-parent Fo...
Jan 02, 2024•28 min
We often talk about navigating the holidays with your ex, but what about your ex in-laws? Maybe things were rocky between the two of you during your marriage or perhaps you were extremely close and now you worry what the relationship will be like. Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans have you covered on this week's episode of Unfiltered. Together Michelle and Jess will help you: Learn to be flexible when planning your holiday schedule Remembering that you ex in-laws care and love your childre...
Dec 18, 2023•29 min
We all know the holidays, while being magical can also be extremely stressful, especially if you are co-parenting. In this special episode of Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and co-host Jess Evans open up about their personal experiences with co-parenting during the holidays and offer their advice for listeners. Whether this is your first year or your 10th year, we know that things will come up along the way. Together, they will discuss: Remembering that the holiday is just a day on the cal...
Dec 08, 2023•32 min
Choosing a divorce lawyer is one of the most important steps in the divorce process and can make or break your divorce case. But how do you know who is a good fit for your specific needs? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by family lawyer, Hailey Zabrin partner at Berger Schatz. As an incredibly experienced family lawyer, Hailey will educate listeners on: Important questions to ask when consulting with lawyers Hiring someone who understands your goals and needs long term Avoiding "sha...
Dec 04, 2023•25 min
Should I stay or should I go? The age-old question that only you can answer, but this week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by author Kate Anthony to discuss why she wrote a book to help you make that difficult decision. In this information packed episode, Michelle and Kate will cover: Who needs to read this book and when Identifying what or who the problem is in your marriage Losing yourself in the decision-making process AND SO MUCH MORE Kate Anthony is the author of The D Word: Making the U...
Nov 27, 2023•30 min
After discovering early on in her marriage that her spouse was gay, Jessica Frew, Moving On Method Certified Coach, had a choice to make, would she move forward with bitterness or choose to be better? Jessica chose to make the most out of this unique situation and sits down with Michelle to open up about her experience. In this episode of Moms Moving On, Jessica not only shares her powerful story, she shares how she helps others: How to lean into the moments when you feel out of control How you ...
Nov 20, 2023•38 min
With divorce comes endless lessons and learning about yourself and what you need. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Maci Chance to discuss how she focused on the present after her new partner received a challenging diagnosis. Michelle and Maci have a very personal conversation about: How you can become the best version of yourself after divorce Focusing on the moment you are in vs worrying about the future Learning when you are ready to start dating again Finding a partner that bal...
Nov 13, 2023•37 min
Have you heard about conscious uncoupling, but not sure what it is or if it would work for you? Well you're in luck! This week Susan Dumbarton, Conscious Uncoupling Certified Coach and Moving On Method Certified Coach, joins Michelle to explain conscious uncoupling in detail. Together, Michelle and Susan will educate listeners on: Understanding what conscious uncoupling in divorce is Using this practice to put your best foot forward Accepting your role in the divorce Putting in the work to set a...
Nov 06, 2023•26 min
After Gina's ex-husband was arrested for a domestic violence incident, Gina and her ex learned to put their differences aside in order to put their children first, and it's something Gina says she's "really proud of." To know Gina Kirschenheiter from Bravo's Real Housewives of Orange County is to love her, but to also know how hard she's worked to put the pain of her divorce behind her in order to co-parent well, is to respect her something fierce. In this episode, Gina candidly shares what her ...
Oct 30, 2023•38 min
Our number one goal when going through divorce is to make sure our children are okay. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Terry Smith, author of the children's book "See You Later" to discuss how we can help our children as they go through childhood in two homes. Michelle and Terry will take a deep dive into: How Terry's book is centered toward seeing things from a child's point of view Keeping the focus on the children during and after divorce Reflecting on your words and actions to...
Oct 09, 2023•23 min
Wondering how to leave an emotionally and/or physically abusive marriage? There are some critical steps to take before you do, as explained by top Michigan divorce attorney, Sabrina Sheehan Cronin, owner and founder of The Cronin Law Firm. After spending years as a prosecutor, Sabrina found her passion in helping, empowering, and protecting victims of crime. Sabrina truly desires to make a lasting and positive impact on every person who walks through the doors of her firm, which is why she was t...
Oct 02, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Many women prolong the divorce process because they don't want to be stigmatized as "that" single mom. Often times, when we think of single motherhood, we think of the mom that is doing it all on her own, with no help of the other parent but in many cases, this isn't typically what we see. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Ashley Simpo to discuss their personal experience with single motherhood. Michelle and Ashley will educate listeners on: Empathizing with women who may not have ...
Sep 25, 2023•42 min
In the first few episodes of Moms Moving On: Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans covered dating after divorce and introducing your new partner to your children, but what happens when it is your ex that has someone new in their life? Even if you were the one who chose divorce, your ex dating someone new can trigger emotions you weren't expecting. Michelle and Jess will take a deep dive into: Managing your emotions when your ex has moved on Not going down a rabbit hole of "what ifs...
Sep 15, 2023•25 min
Infidelity and a health crisis, two of the most traumatic things a person can go through. What happens when these two things happen simultaneously? This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Jenny Swinerton, who shares her incredible story of her partner's infidelity while she was going through cancer treatment. Michelle and Jenny have a heartfelt conversation about: Processing the emotions of infidelity How to cope with your children spending time with your ex's new partner who they cheat...
Aug 28, 2023•33 min
What happens when everything looks right on paper, and every box is checked but you still find yourself unhappy in your marriage? It is okay to choose yourself and take control of your life again. This week Shibani Joshi joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack to share her own personal divorce and how she used it to find herself and in turn become the best mom to her three amazing children. You will be able to relate to Michelle and Shibani as they discuss: Divorcing when it goes against your culture and...
Aug 21, 2023•28 min
When you become a single parent, finding your "tribe" is more important than ever, but it's not like you can just go on Amazon and order your support system. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Zoë Desmond CEO and founder of Frolo, the award-winning app for single parents. As a fellow single mom, Zoë developed Frolo to help single parents connect with others going through the same thing and help to ease the loneliness of single parenthood. Michelle and Zoë will discuss: The importanc...
Aug 14, 2023•26 min
It is easy to get caught up in single motherhood and put the needs of others before your own, but this can lead to burnout, resentment and overwhelm. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack invited Eykiena (Keena) Crowley to Moms Moving On to share her own experience with single motherhood and how she learned to put herself first when needed. Michelle and Keena will take a deep dive into: Co-parenting a child with special needs Shifting your perspective from "trying to survive" to "thriving" Learnin...
Aug 07, 2023•28 min
Have you ever felt overwhelming grief in divorce even if you chose to leave the marriage? If yes, you are not alone, and your feelings are completely normal and valid. Grieving the life, you thought you were going to have is something nearly all divorced people go through. This week, Rebecca Feinglos, founder of Grieve Leave, joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack to share her very personal experience with grief. Together, Michelle and Rebecca will educate listeners on: Sitting with your feelings of gri...
Jul 31, 2023•34 min
What is financial abuse? The answer can be quite complex, so Michelle Dempsey-Multack invited Leah Hadley on the podcast to educate listeners as to what to look for. Leah is a financial counselor and certified divorce financial analyst and will give listeners an in depth look at: Understanding your financial situation Creating a realistic plan Keeping a close eye on finances during the divorce process Empowering yourself to have financial security in the future Being mindful of your spending dur...
Jul 24, 2023•26 min
Divorce can literally change your life in an instant. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by a real mama guest, Nicole Laaper. Nicole opens up and shares her very personal story about her divorce from her high school sweetheart. Michelle and Nicole have an honest conversation about: Trusting your gut Finding your peace after divorce Knowing that you are not alone Reminding yourself that you can do hard things AND SO MUCH MORE Nicole is a single mom to three amazing kids, her oldest and ...
Jul 10, 2023•25 min
Divorce separates you legally, but how do you separate emotionally from someone whom you shared nearly every aspect of life with? This week, Kate Anthony returns to Moms Moving On to discuss emotional separation after divorce. Together, Kate and Michelle will cover: Parallel parenting in the beginning to help you separate emotionally Set clear and definitive boundaries with your ex How to break the martial cycle of co-dependency Understanding that this is not a quick fix and it will take time AN...
Jul 03, 2023•33 min
You may have left your marriage because you knew it was unhealthy and not the right fit for you, but how do you learn from it and not repeat the same patterns going forward? When it comes to dating, this week's guest, Jaime Bronstein is the go-to person for advice. Jaime and Michelle have an in-depth conversation about: Shifting your focus on what you deserve and need in a relationship Realizing what your dating pattern is How to identify a red flag Making a small list of non-negotiables AND SO ...
Jun 26, 2023•23 min
They say it "takes a village" to raise children. Where do you find that village, especially as a single mom? This week the inspiring Ayana Rodriguez, founder of ITAVI (It Takes a Village) joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack to cover finding reliable childcare as a single mom. Ayana and Michelle will educate listeners on: How to identify your village Understanding how to navigate finding reliable and trustworthy childcare Tips on finding childcare while traveling Creating the life you want to live Set...
Jun 19, 2023•24 min
Divorce can turn life as you know it upside down, but when the dust settles and you are ready to navigate this new chapter, we are here to help. This week Jade Sklaver returns to Moms Moving On to discuss adjusting to your new life after divorce with Michelle Dempsey-Multack. Michelle and Jade will dive into: Knowing when you are ready to date again Taking the time to heal before beginning to date Finding your work/life balance in single motherhood How to explain new relationships to your childr...
Jun 12, 2023•28 min
