The Moms Moving On Divorce & Co-Parenting Podcast

Michelle Dempsey-Multack

Navigating Divorce, Co-Parenting, and Single Motherhood

  • 31 minutes 9 seconds
    Putting Yourself First After Divorce: The Importance of REAL Self-Care; with guest Amy Green-Smith

    Women are often taught to put the needs of others first, especially in marriage and motherhood. Divorce can give you a chance to really put yourself at the forefront and let go of any guilt associated with it. This week Amy Green Smith joins Michelle Dempsey-Multack to empower women on their journey of self-care and self-love. Michelle and Amy take a deep dive into:

    • Putting yourself first
    • Letting go of what society deems as "normal"
    • Pushing back against that inner critic so you can shine
    • Understanding behavioral defense mechanisms
    • AND MUCH MORE


    Amy Green Smith is a certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth. 


    With acute focus on helping people “find their voice”, she is highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence, wisdom, and humor and has been a featured expert in Inspired Coach Magazine and on Fox 5 San Diego.

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    14 May 2024, 9:00 am
  • 34 minutes 9 seconds
    What to Do if Your Co-Parent Actually IS a Narcissist: with guest, LMHC Jacquelyn Tenaglia

    I'm sure if you're on social media you've seen the buzzword that has been going around....narcissist. Sure, your ex may be high-conflict, a terrible partner or complete jerk, but what do you do if your co-parent really is a narcissist? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Jacquelyn Tenaglia, LMHC to talk about how to manage your relationship with your co-parent if they are in fact a narcissist. Together Michelle and Jacquelyn will cover:

    • Protecting yourself from narcissistic behavior
    • Learning how to detach emotionally and not take the bait from your ex
    • Working to not take things personally when they feel like a personal attack
    • Separating your emotions from the needs of your children
    • AND MUCH MORE


    Jacquelyn Tenaglia is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) known as "No BS Therapist" on social media. She has over 15 years of experience working with adults with substance use disorders and anxiety. Her expertise includes co-occurring disorders such as ADHD, men's mental health and depression. Jacquelyn got her start working as a counselor in a methadone clinic and opened her private practice in 2011. Ten years later she began posting online; her content embodies a vast wealth of professional and personal experiences.

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    6 May 2024, 9:00 am
  • 35 minutes 58 seconds
    How Do Men Really Feel About Divorce? The Answer Might Surprise You; with Rob Roseman of WTF Divorce

    Often times women come of divorce feeling bitter, resentful, and angry toward their ex, but what about men? This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Rob Roseman of WTF divorce to discuss how men feel after divorce. His answers might surprise you. Michelle and Rob have an in-depth conversation on:

    • How men adjust to their role as a single parent
    • The grieving process for men
    • Dating after divorce-from a man's point of view
    • Modifying expectations regarding your co-parenting relationships
    • AND SO MUCH MORE


    Rob Roseman is a former Las Vegas poker pro, divorced dad to 3 kids, and founder of WTF divorce - a popular Instagram, podcast, and community designed to help people feel less alone in divorce (and laugh about the absurdity of it all!)


    Follow Rob on Instagram at: @wtfdivorce

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    30 April 2024, 9:00 am
  • 36 minutes 24 seconds
    Simplifying the Divorce Process While Protecting Your Kids-Say Hello to Hello Divorce with Founder and CEO Erin Levine

    One of the main things we often hear is that people going through divorce want to do what they can to protect their children. Hello Divorce is here to help with that. This week Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by founder and CEO Erin Levine, to educate listeners on the divorce process and what we can do to ensure our children's wellbeing is front and center. Together Michelle and Erin will cover:

    • How to set your children up for resiliency in the divorce process
    • The emotional and financial benefits of using Hello Divorce
    • Focusing on long term goals when putting together your divorce decree
    • AND MUCH MORE!
    Erin Levine is not your typical attorney. With over a decade of experience in litigating complex family matters, she saw the need for a kinder, easier and more affordable pathway out of marriage and into the next chapter of life. To achieve this, Erin set out to revolutionize the broken divorce legal system and founded Hello Divorce, a venture capital backed, tech-enabled platform, that helps separating spouses reorganize their lives with less stress and mess through a platform that  blends compassionate support with cutting-edge technology to guide spouses through legal logistics and financial hurdles with ease - transforming a traditionally stressful process into a manageable, positive journey.


    Erin’s innovative approach to the divorce process has earned her media mentions from the legal industry and beyond, with features in Vice, Forbes, Above the Law, Fast Company and TechCrunch. Ultimately, Erin is on a mission to help everyone empower a better life ahead and has helped thousands of Americans reorganize their lives and families through a framework that levels the playing field between spouses so they can sort things out fairly, avoid missteps and reimagine their next (best) chapter.


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    22 April 2024, 9:00 am
  • 54 minutes 24 seconds
    The Truth About Relationships You Didn't Know You Needed to Hear: with Renowned Relationship Specialist Mark Groves

    There are often times we have to hear some truths about relationships that we may not want to hear, but that are important in order to learn, grow and heal. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by the renowned relationship specialist Mark Groves to really dig deep into relationships and unpack some difficult topics. Together Michelle and Mark will cover:

    • Choosing what you need vs what society tells you that you need
    • Knowing what is not right for you
    • One person can never be doing the work of two people, and that you are unable to change your partner
    • Breaking unhealthy patterns
    • AND SO MUCH MORE



    Mark Groves is a Human Connection Specialist, founder of Create the Love, host of the Mark Groves Podcast and co-author of Liberated Love. Mark's work bridges the academic and the human, inviting people to explore the good, the bad, the downright ugly, and the beautiful sides of connection.


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    15 April 2024, 9:00 am
  • 25 minutes 10 seconds
    Moms Moving On (Unfiltered): Disneyland Parenting; Maybe it Isn't All Bad; with co-host Jess Evans

    We're sure you've heard the term "Disneyland Parent" from friends, family or maybe even your lawyer. What exactly is a Disneyland parent, and is it really a terrible thing for your children? This week on Unfiltered, Michelle and Jess share their insight on Disneyland parenting and their experiences both personally and in coaching. Together they will cover:

    • What is a Disneyland parent
    • Letting go of control in co-parenting
    • Shifting your perspective that maybe this could be helpful for your co-parent in the beginning
    • AND MUCH MORE

    Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle’s assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn’t always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents.

    As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you.

    Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess

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    8 April 2024, 9:00 am
  • 30 minutes 18 seconds
    Finding the Positive in Divorce; and What to Do to Live a Really Great Life Afterwards! with guest Marilyn Chinitz

    While divorce can be emotional and overwhelming, there are positives that come along with it. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by celebrity divorce attorney Marilyn Chinitz to discuss how you can turn your divorce into a positive and live the life you deserve. Together Michelle and Marilyn will cover:


    • Setting the example for your children
    • Shifting your perspective from pity party to positivity
    • Learn how to love yourself and take care of yourself
    • Doing what is best for you based on your situation and children
    • AND MUCH MORE


    Marilyn Chinitz is a formidable advocate for her clients, guiding them through some of the most challenging transitions in their lives. She concentrates her practice in matrimonial law, particularly high-net-worth divorce actions. Marilyn is a skillful negotiator whose numerous high-profile and celebrity cases have received national and international attention. She has more than 35 years of experience in every facet of family law, including:

    • Complex divorce actions involving diverse transactional matters
    • High-conflict custody cases
    • International custody cases including the return of abducted children in proceedings filed under the Hague Convention
    • Premarital agreements and postnuptial agreements
    • Same-sex divorce/dissolution matters
    • Paternity cases

    Known for her straightforward, creative, and responsive approach to representing her clients, Marilyn is as successful in litigation as in settlement negotiations. She has argued winning appeals in the appellate courts of New York, and in trials before the family court and the supreme courts of New York.


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    3 April 2024, 9:00 am
  • 33 minutes 15 seconds
    Setting Boundaries With Your Ex After Divorce with Breakup Coach Matina Singh

    Divorce gives you the physical boundary, but what about the emotional boundaries? Setting boundaries with an ex is a critical component to moving on, and in this episode of Moms Moving On, breakup coach and founder of Master Self Image Matina Singh and I do a deep dive into setting boundaries.

    We also cover the importance of setting boundaries with a narcissist or other high-conflict personality - a tool that will change your life after divorce.

    Matina Singh helps women overcome the hardship of break-up / divorce and to step into their own power - Mastering their Self Image. Her own divorce journey left her scattered, but she was determined to build a better life for herself and her children. It took her three years to get back to living a life without doubting and devaluing herself. After becoming a Knowledge Broker, a program of Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi, she discovered her signature techniques, and it has become her mission to help other women see the true potential that they have deep within them.

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    20 March 2024, 4:35 pm
  • 25 minutes 5 seconds
    Your Next Chapter: Dating With Confidence After Divorce; with guest Bela Gandhi

    Divorce can leave us feeling a little jaded, but at the end of the day, we want someone by our side to love us for who we are. This week, Michelle Dempsey-Multack is joined by Bela Gandhi of Smart Dating Academy to give listeners insight on dating after divorce. As an expert in her field, Bela will talk with Michelle about:

    • When to start dating after divorce
    • Communication tips with your new partner
    • Sex after divorce
    • AND MUCH MORE

    Bela is the founder of the Smart Dating Academy and she’s helped thousands of people find love through 1:1 coaching and her popular “love lab” workshops. She has an uncanny sixth sense about people, and what they need. Her intuition has been responsible for several marriages (and children)! The Huffington Post and Steve Harvey call her “The Fairy Godmother of Dating!”

    Bela has been connecting people all of her life. Prior to founding the Smart Dating Academy, Bela worked for 12 years as a top global executive for Akzo Nobel, a large multinational corporation. Bela has two degrees from The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (Finance & German), and has been happily married for 20 years with 2 children.

    Learn more Bela and her Smart Dating Academy

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    11 March 2024, 9:00 am
  • 27 minutes 38 seconds
    Moms Moving On (Unfiltered): Co-Parenting Challenges: Overcoming the Fear of Missing Out on Time with Your Kids; with co-host Jess Evans

    FOMO, something we ALL experience, but co-parenting fomo seems to hit even harder. We understand that feeling of missing out on things when your children are with their other parent and are here to help. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their tips and tricks to work through the emotions you feel surrounding missing out on things with your children. Together they will cover:


    • Ensuring that your children the same life experiences they would have if you would have stayed married
    • Managing your emotions
    • Working through feeling like you have to "compete" with the other parent
    • Ways to stay connected with your children when they are gone
    • AND MUCH MORE!


    Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents.

    As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you.


    Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess

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    4 March 2024, 10:00 am
  • 30 minutes 36 seconds
    Moms Moving On (Unfiltered): Co-Parenting Communication: Setting Boundaries and Communicating Effectively; with co-host Jess Evans

    Chances are your communication wasn't great with your co-parent when you were married, so it is likely that now you are no longer together, it won't improve overnight. This week on Unfiltered, Michelle Dempsey-Multack and Jess Evans share their communication struggles and what they have learned over the years. Together they will cover:

    • Breaking the martial cycle of co-dependency
    • Not looking to your ex for validation
    • Having a well written parenting plan to avoid needing to communicate often
    • AND SO MUCH MORE!


    Jess is a single mom of two, Michelle's assistant and lead coach at Moms Moving On. She has worked alongside Michelle for years and takes a child centered approach to co-parenting. Jess was a SAHM while going through her divorce in 2018 and the thought of spending time away from her kids broke her heart. She quickly learned that it isn't always about the quantity of time spent with her kids, rather the quality. Her and her children live in Wisconsin and love everything the Midwest has to offer. As a family, they enjoy watching football, playing golf, getting outside and creating fun memories together. When Jess is not with her kids, she is spending time with her new partner, golfing and enjoying time with her girlfriends. As a child of divorce who has no relationship with her father, Jess wanted to ensure her children grew up having a strong relationship with both of their parents.

    As a coach, Jess is passionate about empowering her clients and helping them move on emotionally after the divorce is final. She works closely with her clients to help them find new ways to fill their cup as they enter the world of co-parenting. She also enjoys working with clients to create a child-centered parenting plan that is fine tuned to avoid any grey area. If you are looking for support during or after the divorce, Jess would be honored to work with you.


    Find Jess on Instagram: @mmocoachjess

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    26 February 2024, 10:00 am
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