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What Does It Mean to Become a Registry Fairy?
The Registry Fairy program is for people who want to actually do something. Here's what it means to become one.
The Registry Fairy, Explained
Someone out there might just show up for you. The Registry Fairy is one of the quieter, kinder corners of Fresh Starts Registry — here's how it works.
We're Writing a Book. Here's What That Actually Looks Like.
Olivia March Howell and Genevieve Dreizen announce their debut book, Divorce Happens: A Compassionate Guide to Starting Fresh, from Sheldon Press. Out August 2027.
Divorce and College Planning: What Divorced and Separated Parents Need to Know Before the College Process Begins
Divorce and College Planning: What Divorced and Separated Parents Need to Know Before the College Process Begins by Vicki Vollweiler of College Financial Prep, Divorce & College Planning Expert
What Is a CDFA — and Do You Need One for Your Divorce?
Most people navigating divorce know they need an attorney. Fewer know there's a financial specialist — separate from that attorney — whose entire job is to help you understand what your settlement is actually worth, now and ten years from now.
The Best Resources for Someone Going Through a Divorce
You don’t need to figure out divorce by yourself. Here’s a curated list of the resources that actually help — from finding the right professionals to rebuilding your home and your life.
How to Help a Friend Going Through Divorce
You don’t need to have the perfect words. You just need to show up, stop tiptoeing, and let them know they’re not doing this alone.
The Best Gifts for Someone Going Through a Divorce
When someone you love is going through a divorce, you want to help — but flowers feel empty and cash feels weird. Here's what actually makes a difference.
What Is a Divorce Therapist — and How Is That Different from a Regular Therapist?
Any therapist can help you process difficult emotions. But a therapist who specializes in divorce understands the specific grief, identity shifts, and co-parenting challenges that come with it.
What Is a Divorce Attorney — and When Do You Actually Need One?
A divorce attorney handles the legal side of ending a marriage. But not every divorce requires a full-service lawyer — and knowing the difference can save you thousands.
What Is a Divorce Mediator — and Is Mediation Right for You?
A divorce mediator is a neutral third party who helps you and your spouse reach agreements together — without going to court. It’s not for everyone, but when it works, it changes everything.
What Is a Divorce Coach — and Do You Need One?
A divorce coach isn’t a therapist and isn’t a lawyer. They’re the person who helps you manage the overwhelm, make decisions, and get through the process without losing yourself in it.
Book Review: Divorce by Design by Melissa Murphy Pavone, CFP®, CDFA®
If there's one book we wish had existed during every difficult client conversation we've witnessed — and frankly, during every conversation we've had with friends navigating the unraveling of a marriage — it's Divorce by Design by Melissa Murphy Pavone.
After the Dust Settles: The Quiet Part of Managing Peace Post High-Conflict Divorce
Ending a high-conflict divorce doesn't automatically end the conflict. Especially when kids are involved. This isn't about healing on a mountaintop — it's about the unglamorous, day-in-day-out work of protecting your peace when someone who once blew it up still has a standing appointment in your life. Here's where to start.
I’m Unmarried, Not Divorced (But Also Divorced)
I’m Unmarried, Not Divorced (But Also Divorced) by Monique Alexander, Life Coach
I’m Divorced and a Divorce Professional—Here’s What I Learned with Sandhya Gopal, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA®)
In an insightful conversation, Sandhya Gopal, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), shares her journey of navigating divorce and the financial complexities that arise. She emphasizes the importance of financial clarity and emotional stability, highlighting strategies for making informed decisions post-divorce to foster personal growth and independence.
The Questions Women Ask Before They Say the Word Divorce
The Questions Women Ask Before They Say the Word Divorce by by Kristina St. Cyr of Kristina St. Cyr Coaching
Expert Feature Lyerly Spongberg, Certified Divorce Coach, Mediation Coach, Co-Parenting Specialist
In an insightful interview, Lyerly Spongberg, a Certified Divorce Coach, shares her expertise in navigating divorce challenges. She emphasizes proactive strategies for emotional clarity and co-parenting, highlighting the importance of support for individuals facing such life transitions. Keywords: divorce, coaching, mediation, co-parenting, support.
I’m Divorced and a Divorce Professional—Here’s What I Learned with Valerie Jones, Life Coach, Author, Podcaster & Speaker
In an inspiring conversation, Valerie Jones, a Divorce Professional and Life Coach, discusses the transformative journey through her own divorce. She emphasizes self-advocacy, personal growth, and the power of making empowered choices after significant life changes, encouraging others to embrace their true selves.
Fortune Teller
We made you a fortune teller because we can pretend it’s middle school again but leave all the bad parts in the past.