In this episode, April and Loren recount the events of the last year.  They discuss the highs and lows, the ups and downs, but most of all - the victories they have had while co-parenting past the chaos.  The wives share their hopes for the future and what they wish to share with other families going through a difficult custody battle.

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In this episode, April and Loren discuss their thoughts on couples that choose to stay married for the sake of the children.  They talk about their personal experience with this, in their previous marriages.  The women are joined by Missy, who describes her childhood with parents that chose to remain married even though their relationship was volatile.  She joins them on the day of her parent's long-awaited divorce - 32 years in the making.

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In this episode, April and Loren discuss the very sensitive, but relevant topic of Mental Illness.  More specifically, the women dive into the topic of motherhood and your mental health.  They discuss their experiences with depression during their divorces, while trying to maintain sanity so they can still be great mothers.  The women are joined by April's youngest daughter, and she discusses her diagnoses of mental illness.

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In this episode, April and Loren discuss their actions while going through both of their divorces.  They talk about how they behaved and what they wish they would have done differently.  April and Loren developed their own Guide to surviving divorce, which they discuss during this episode.  This episode is sponsored by Masami Hair Care products.

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In this episode, April and Loren discuss parental alienation.  The are joined by Stefanie, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of WI, who holds a master’s degree in Forensic Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology.  The women get professional insight on the tough subject of parental alienation, while discussing their experiences in the matter.  

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In this episode, April and Loren discuss how divorce and positive co-parenting affect children.  They talk about their individual experiences as well as how their children are coping today.  April and Loren are joined by special guest and fellow Podcast host, Melissa Brown.  Melissa is a mom and stepmom, and she hosts "The Blended Family Podcast".  Together, the women discuss the affects divorce and blending families can have on children.

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In this episode, April and Loren discuss being best friends with your new spouse's ex.  The women recount the beginning of their relationship, recalling the ups and downs.  They talk about the benefits of having such a strong friendship as wife and ex-wife, mom and stepmom.  This episode is sponsored by Aila.  You can shop Aila at www.meetaila.com.  Be sure to use our code - PASTCHAOS20 - at checkout for 20% off your order!

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In this episode April discusses the difference between co-parenting infants and teenagers. She is joined by a special guest co-host, Leslie.  The women talk about the struggles and joys of being a stepmom.  They explain what they feel has been the most difficult age to parent and co-parent their children.

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In this episode we discuss long-distance co-parenting.  We talk about the three tips we believe are important when co-parenting from afar.  April is joined by a special guest, her ex-husband, Jerry.  Together, they discuss how they were able to positively co-parent while living on opposite sides of the country.  This episode is sponsored by Podcorn.

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In this episode, April has a guest co-host to help her discuss becoming a stepparent.  She is joined by her ex-husband, Roy, to help shed light on what you can expect when you become a stepparent.  They offer advice and tips on how to peacefully blend your family, while maintaining your sanity.

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