Join The New Online Community For The Divorced or Divorcing Woman

JOIN NOW! Divorced and divorcing women, whether by choice or unhappy circumstance need an outlet. A place to come to for support from and friendship with others rebuilding their lives after divorce. That is why Divorced Women Online has started the Divorced Women Online Community. As a magazine specifically for the divorced woman we are [...]

Ask The Divorce Coach: Is The Ex-Wife Too Close For Comfort?

Question: I am a widow with no children. I have been dating a man for over a year now who has two children (14 and 18). We are in a committed relationship. He has been divorced for 5 years. He and his ex wife continue to get together for holidays, birthdays, family reunions, special occasions [...]

The Crazy Making Ex: Nightstands, Viagra and Sacred Moments

Submitted by: Cathy Meyer At the core of the passive aggressive man is the endless attempts to destroy his wife’s spirit. I know this sounds harsh and if you’ve lived it, it is harsh. It is also true. And if you are a woman who has a deep appreciation for sex, especially sex with the [...]

Salad Recipe: Easy Salad Fixins For The Single Mom

It is hot here in the Deep South. It seems we went straight from winter to summer! And after months of cold weather and warm comfort foods I’m ready for something light to help me deal with this heat. In our house, on days like today we like to have “big salad” dinners. Ad a [...]

Here Comes Peter Cottontail: Holiday Tips and Reminders

Submitted by: Shirley Cress Dudley Since Easter is right around the corner I thought I would remind you single parents that, holidays are about the children with a few tips and reminders. So, put on your Easter bonnets and make it a very Happy Easter for your children. Dealing with holidays after divorce is yet [...]

Peaceful Divorce: It Isn’t a “One Size Fits All” Solution to a Problem

Submitted by: Cathy Meyer I recently read an article by Molly Monet over at the Huffington Post Divorce section. Molly has been divorced a couple of years and thinks she holds the secret to a “peaceful divorce.” She has managed to build not only a civil relationship with her ex but they have remained friends. [...]

How to Set Limits and Boundaries With the Passive Aggressive Husband

Though it is difficult to be partners with a man who constantly frustrates you with his passive aggressive behavior, there are things you can do to break through his lack of involvement. When you begin to understand the problem and us a little straight talk, a passive aggressive man’s behavior can change. It does depend on [...]

Being the Second Wife: When The Ex-Wife Won’t Get Out of The Way

Submitted by: Lee Block I am the Second Wife, and being the Second Wife Sucks. When you get divorced, there is a very real possibility you will meet someone who is also divorced and more than likely has children.  This brings a whole wealth of issues into relationship.  I am remarried.  My new husband is [...]

Forgiving Yourself: Letting Go of Negative Self-Talk

Submitted by: Erica Manfred If you’re overwhelmed with self-blame here’s a great quote from Bonnie Russell, the founder of www.FamilyLawCourts.com. She says: I’ve found women, especially therapists and other helping professionals, have trouble forgiving themselves.  They constantly berate themselves with:   “I should have seen it, known it, realized it,”  followed by “I wasted (fill in [...]

Ask The Divorce Coach: Should Dad Have Visitation For Easter?

Submitted by: Cathy Meyer Question: I am divorced and my ex-husband and I have a daughter. I have been remarried for 3 years. My husband is also divorced but without any children of his own. When divorce papers were drawn it stated that I have full custody with my ex having once a month weekend [...]

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