Split. The After Ever After Podcast

Every year in the U.S., over 600,000 people age 50 years and older file for divorce - and researchers project that by 2030 this number will grow by one third. It has grown so rapidly that sociologists have already coined a term for it -- the “gray divorce revolution.”

But Gray Divorce is not a neutral event for adult children. As the divorce rate for older adults soars, so too does the number of adult children who are experiencing parental divorce. Yet, these adult children frequently say that they are the only ones who are aware of what they are going through and that they feel painfully alone.

In this episode we speak with Carol Hughes PhD, LMFT and Bruce Fredenburg MS, LMFT, two veteran marriage and family therapists and authors of Home Will Never Be The Same Again - a valuable and much needed resource for this forgotten group. Carol and Bruce offer advice on setting boundaries, creating new family rituals, navigating holidays, and adopting healthy communication strategies that will help both adult children and their older parents handle the effects of gray divorce. 

Connect with Carol Hughes at her divorce services website www.DivorcePeacemaking.com and call or email Bruce Fredenburg by clicking here.

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The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Has divorce left you feeling cynical about marriage or relationships in general? Does the failure rate of second marriages make you feel hopeless about lasting love? Don't let divorce leave you jaded! In this episode, we speak with relationship expert Dr. Abby Medcalf who shares her research-backed tips to create a healthy relationship that lasts. We cover how to know when you're ready for your next relationship, the importance of learning about what is physically going on in your brain while communicating with your partner and why it's time to stop having faith in fear and to go all in with love!

Connect with Abby by visiting her website https://abbymedcalf.com/ 

Follow on Instagram @abbymedcalfthriving and don't forget to check out her own podcast Relationships Made Easy which is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all other major listening platforms. 

To learn more about mediation and schedule a phone consultation with Jennifer click here

Book a consultation for coaching with Ashley by clicking here

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Selling your home following a marital separation combines two of life's most stressful events: moving and divorce. There are several factors that make selling a matrimonial home in divorce different from a typical real estate sale. As emotions run high, list price, showing schedules and offer negotiations can all be sources of conflict that, if not managed properly, may delay your divorce and/or the sale of your home. There are also different laws, rules and regulations to follow, which increases the importance of working with an experienced and knowledgeable real estate professional. Local realtor Andrea Sferrazza joins us in this episode to explain how separated couples can approach the sale of their home in a way that gets each party the most amount of money, in the least amount of time and with as little stress and conflict as possible.

Connect with Andrea via Instagram @andrearemaxcentre 

To learn more about mediation and schedule a phone consultation with Jennifer click here

Book a complimentary coaching consultation with Ashley by clicking here

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Getting divorced or splitting up with your partner when you have an outstanding joint mortgage can be difficult. In this episode we've invited Mortgage Agent Christina Pentlichuk to share all of the things that can make this piece of the divorce puzzle less stressful! Christina explains whether it's better to stay or sell, how to prepare, and what common mistakes to avoid along the way. 

Connect with Christina by visiting her website here

For more expert advice, you can sign up for Christina's monthly newsletter here and follow on IG @mortgagesbychristina

To learn more about mediation and schedule your free phone consultation with Jennifer click here

Book a complimentary coaching consultation with Ashley by clicking here

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Vacations can be a great way for co-parents to maintain traditions and bond with their children. The problem is that vacation plans and activities often conflict with regular time sharing schedules and without planning or effective communication, post-divorce vacations can be an endless source of tension for co-parents. But it doesn't have to be that way! In this episode we cover all the common issues surrounding vacations, how to discuss them with your co-parent and all of the things that can be verbally agreed to or put into a parenting plan to make it all go more smoothly. 

You can learn more about Jennifer's practice and schedule your free phone consultation by clicking here

Book a complimentary consultation with Ashley by clicking here

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Whether you are contemplating divorce, divorcing or recently divorced, you've likely found yourself feeling very unsettled by all of the uncertainty that accompanies this major life transition. Many find themselves wondering "what's next?!". In this episode, we speak with divorce expert, coach and author Lynette Triere to discuss all of the emotional stages of the divorce process, what to expect and how to avoid common divorce pitfalls. 

Lynette's book Learning to Leave is an informative, comprehensive guide that teaches women how to get through divorce. Some of the topics include managing anger, fear and other emotions, choosing a lawyer, talking to husbands, helping children through the situation, reviewing employment opportunities and more. 

You can purchase Learning to Leave here

Visit Lynette's website here

Connect with Lynette on Instagram @learningtoleave and check out her Facebook page (which is full of helpful videos and additional resources & support for women contemplating, going through or healing from divorce). 

You can learn more about Jennifer's practice and schedule your free phone consultation by clicking here

Book a complimentary consultation with Ashley by clicking here

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

The ending of a marriage or any long-term relationship can make you re-evaluate everything you once knew about yourself and love. How do you know you’re ready (like really ready) to jump back into the saddle OR if you do feel ready, where or how should you start?! Joining us in this episode and here to help answer these questions is Jade Bianca - dating coach and matchmaker specializing in working with divorced men and women. 

Follow Jade on Instagram @dating_after_div

Learn more about Dating After Divorce by visiting their website here and sign up for your free reflection journal here!

You can learn more about Jennifer's practice and schedule your free phone consultation by clicking here

Book a complimentary consultation with Ashley by clicking here 

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Even if you don't quite understand what narcissism is, it's highly likely you've at least heard of it or seen the term used online. Although experts report that a very low percentage of the population has Narcissistic Personality Disorder, many people report that their former spouse/co-parent is or behaves like a narcissist. In this episode, we speak with coach and toxic relationship expert Matthew Phifer. Matthew provides the true definition of a narcissist and outlines the essential strategies for divorcing and co-parenting someone who has been diagnosed with this personality disorder. 

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Click here to visit Matthew's website where you can connect with him for coaching and purchase merch OR scroll to the bottom for links to all of his social media platforms. 

Don't forget to check out Matthew's podcast Toxic to Triumph available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart Radio. 

You can learn more about Jennifer's practice and schedule your free phone consultation by clicking here

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal OR medical advice and should not be used as a medical diagnosis.

In this mini episode, we discuss a clause commonly found in parenting agreements called Right of First Refusal. What is this clause and should you have it in your own parenting plan? Listen now to find out! 

You can learn more about Jennifer's practice and schedule your free phone consultation by clicking here

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

Figuring out the “right” way to discuss separation and divorce with kids is a common concern for parents. As we’ve discussed on the show before, books can be a great tool to open up conversations about hard topics. Our guest today is Kimberly King: an award winning author, child-development professional, certified early-childhood educator and speaker. Her book “When Your Parents Divorce” is written as a kid to kid guide on separation and divorce. Kimberly is here with us today to discuss her own experience with divorce and how parents can tackle such complicated subject matter in a way that is both informative and appropriate for their children.  

You can purchase When Your Parents Divorce and browse the rest of Kimberly's books here  

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Connect with Kimberly on Instagram @parentingsafety  

You can learn more about Jennifer's practice and schedule your free phone consultation by clicking here 

Find us on Instagram: Ashley @theconsciouscoparent Jennifer @sandersmediation  

The content on this podcast is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.