When you cannot lose as a mother
When you cannot lose as a mother Breaking up with a highly toxic ex is no walk in the rose garden. That much is certain. Every now and then, mothers who find me only after they have already gone through a veritable odyssey in court write to me saying, “I wish I...
Should you sue for alimony?
Should you sue for alimony? What if I advise you not to sue for alimony? Boah – I can already see how I’ll cause waves of indignation! With everything I am about to give you to read, please note the following: Only you know your inner voice and can take...
When you watch your child make a huge mistake
When you watch your child make a huge mistake Recently, the family courts have established the requirement that the child in question be heard in a custody dispute and that the child’s wishes so expressed be given great weight in the decision. This is where we...
Why the joint physical custody model is a big NO
Why the joint physical custody model is a big NO Many of the mothers with a toxic Ex partner who find me at some point realize that it was a big mistake to have gone for a trial of the joint physical custody, or shared residential custody, model right at the...
Open letter to all guardians ad litem
Open letter to all guardians ad litem Are you a guardian ad litem? Then this article is for you. Because I need to talk to you. Just between us, from woman to woman: Are you satisfied with your work? Are you satisfied with the job you have at the family court as a...
Hello, my name is Heidi!
Single mom with a child and a dog. I coach moms with toxic exes and support you in how to be strong, calm and confident in your challenges with your ex. More about me ...