Grown Girl Divorce Podcast

A Phoenix is a mythical bird who regenerates and rises from the ashes from which it burned. Our guest today, Phoenix, shares her personal journey on:

- Why it can be hard to leave a relationship even when it's not safe to stay;

- The fallacy of success and perfection in life and love;

- How faith can shape your divorce journey;

- The strength that comes from surrounding yourself with good people; and

- Rising from the ashes with the hope of a better life.

The Girl, I've Been There Too Series profiles Black women who have been through divorce and are sharing their stories to provide lessons learned, real talk on navigating the process, and coming out ahead post-divorce. Please be sure to catch all our episodes by subscribing to the podcast!

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of Color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce.

For more information and resources, be sure to follow us on social media (@growngirldivorce) and visit the website https://www.growngirldivorce.com

You've asked and we are ready to answer! Join podcast host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. as she answers questions from our listeners. In this episode, Kimberly answers:

1. What's the biggest mistake parents make in mediation?

2. When should I return to Court to address issues with my co-parent?

3. Do we have to share the holidays?

4. My co-parent's new spouse is making decisions about my child. What can I do?

5. What is a Guardian Ad Litem or Child Representative? Why are they being appointed in my case?

Going through a divorce is hard but not getting answers to your questions makes it even harder. If you have questions, then let's get you some answers so that you are educated and empowered while navigating your divorce. Please visit the Grown Girl Divorce website to submit questions and we will answer them on a future podcast episode.

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce.

Be sure to check out our website for events, resources, services, and more! Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists. We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

The holiday season is upon us! For divorced parents, especially parents in multi-race, multi-cultural, or multi-belief families, this time of year can bring more conflict than celebration but it doesn't have to be that way! In this episode, Kimberly explores how to make the holiday season a joyous time for everyone:

- The importance of Acknowledgement of Different Beliefs and Traditions;

- Why having a written plan is better than verbal agreements - especially during the holiday season;

- How creating new traditions, while incorporating old ones, can bring joy to both parents and children;

- The number one thing co-parents in multi-race, multi-cultural, and multi-belief families must do; and more.

This episode will surely help you navigate the holiday season so that you can focus on the festive and not the fight!

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce.

Be sure to check out our website for resources, information, free downloads, and more. Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists. We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

We have all been inundated with details about Jada & Will Smith's marriage despite not asking for it. There are more than enough "think pieces," comedy monologues, and gossip column headlines to last a lifetime. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., had no interest or plans to speak on any of it but felt compelled to do so after hearing Jada's statement about divorce. In this episode, Kimberly shares:

- Why you should ignore anyone who makes you question your decision to get divorced;

- The misguided notion that staying in an unhappy marriage is better than getting a divorce;

- An understanding why being "separated" was historically done by Black women; and

- Why Jada's statements are problematic.

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce.

Be sure to check out our website for support groups, financial resources, free downloads, and more. Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists. We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

In this episode, Kimberly admits that she has been the very friend that she warned you about (i.e., the friend with limited capacity) and why you deserve better.

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce.

Be sure to check out our website for support groups, financial resources, free downloads, and more. Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists. We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

You've got questions?! Well, our podcast host, Kimberly A. Cook, is ready to answer them.  If we are truly a community of support, then answering the questions that are keeping many of our sisters up at night is what needs to happen! In this episode, Kimberly answers:

1. I am breast feeding. Will the other parent still get parenting time?

2. My Ex wants a 50/50 parenting schedule but I believe it's only because they don't want to pay me child support.  What can I do about this?

3. How to change a parenting schedule?

4.  My kids want a "say" in the parenting schedule.  Should they? 

If you have questions, then let's get you some answers so that you are educated and empowered while navigating your divorce.  Please visit the Grown Girl Divorce website to submit questions and we will answer them on a future podcast episode. 

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. 

Be sure to check out our website for support groups, financial resources, free downloads, and more.  Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists.  We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

A self-care episode to help you channel your "worries" during divorce.  In this episode, our host, Kimberly A. Cook, shares:

1. Setting boundaries on "worry,"

2. Understanding what you can and cannot control during a divorce,

3. How focusing on the big picture can make a difference, and

4. The daily reminder to tell yourself when you feel overwhelmed with worry.

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of Color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. 

Be sure to check out our website, https://www.growngirldivorce.com for resources, information, and more.  Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists.  We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

Safiri means "journey" in Swahili.  Our guest today, Safiri, shares her story about divorce and co-parenting:

- how divorce played a role in her self-discovery,

- why setting and maintaining boundaries is important during and after divorce,

- the personal and professional benefits of a parenting schedule, and

- the impact long separations can have on moving forward.

The Girl, I've Been There Too Series profiles Black women who have been through divorce and are sharing their stories to provide lessons learned, real talk on navigating the process, and coming out ahead post-divorce. Please be sure to catch all our episodes by subscribing to Grown Girl Divorce podcast.

For more resources and support, visit our website https://www.growngirldivorce.com

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of Color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. 

You've got questions?! Well, our podcast host, Kimberly A. Cook, is ready to answer them.  If we are truly a community of support, then answering the questions that are keeping many of our sisters up at night is what needs to happen! In this episode, Kimberly answers:

1. My spouse says I don't need my own lawyer in our divorce. Do I?

2. Should I meet with a divorce lawyer even if I'm just considering a divorce?

3. My Ex won't agree to anything. Is mediation even an option for us?

4.  Will I have to pay spousal support if I make more money than my spouse right now?

If you have questions, then let's get you some answers so that you are educated and empowered while navigating your divorce.  Please visit the Grown Girl Divorce website to submit questions and we will answer them on a future podcast episode. 

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. 

Be sure to check out our website for support groups, financial resources, free downloads, and more.  Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists.  We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.

Are you re-entering the workforce or ready to move your career forward? Has your divorce done a number on your self-confidence? In this episode, our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq. chats with HR Professional, career coach, and CEO of The Pencil Skirt Project, Kenyatta Young, is on a mission to help women rebuild confidence, conquer fears, and navigate their careers while living a life of purpose. She is giving listeners key takeaways and strategies including those from her very successful book, L.I.T.E. It Up: Seven Secrets for Dominating The Workplace While Living Out Your Purpose.  In this episode, Ms. Young discusses:

• Three things you should do now if looking to transition back into the workforce?
• How to use your personal networks to get the job you want;
• Marketing tips for the “stay-at-home” mom transitioning into an office position;
• The self-confidence boosters to remind you of the “BOSS” that you are;
• What to tell employers about your divorce, and more.

No matter where you are in your career or the divorce process, you will definitely walk away from this conversation ready to take your career to the next level.  There is no time like the present to have the life that you want and deserve. To learn more about today’s guest, please be sure to check her out on the following platforms:

Website: www.kenyattayoung.com

Instagram: @young.Kenyatta

Facebook: Kenyatta Young

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenyattayoung

Grown Girl Divorce podcast is a space of relatability for Black women considering and going through a divorce. These are girlfriend conversations to educate and empower you through the process. Our host, Kimberly A. Cook, Esq., is a highly acclaimed divorce attorney and mediator breaking down divorce misinformation, dismantling stereotypes on Black families, and shining the light on the importance of diverse representation in family law. Grown Girl Divorce podcast guests are primarily women of color providing expert information or personal stories as a way to give voice to and support Black women going through divorce. 

Be sure to check out our website, https://growngirldivorce.com, for support groups, financial resources, free downloads, and more.  Follow us on social media and listen to our Spotify playlists.  We believe sharing is caring so please share our resources and information with your girlfriends, colleagues, and family, because you never know who needs the support.