Frolo: The Single Parent Podcast

In this episode of the Frolo podcast, Zoë Desmond speaks with Chantel Contorines, a certified high conflict divorce and co-parenting coach. They discuss the complexities of co-parenting with a narcissistic or controlling ex-partner, the ongoing challenges of post-separation abuse and the impact of such dynamics on children. Chantel shares insights on navigating the legal system, the importance of community support and strategies for educating children about healthy relationships.
 

Listen now to hear more about:

💚 Why co-parenting with a narcissist is often more about counter-parenting

💚 How post-separation abuse can be more damaging than the relationship itself

💚 How narcissists often use the court system to exert control and manipulate their ex-partners

💚 How hope and healing are possible with action and commitment. Abusers rarely change, so it's important to focus on personal empowerment.

🎓 Co-parenting with someone difficult? Co-Parenting & Conflict has seven practical lessons from three co-parenting specialists on boundaries, calmer communication and the family court in England and Wales. £39.
📘 Want support across all of single-parent life? The Empowered Single Parent is Frolo's full course, with nine experts.
💚 Meet single parents near you on the free Frolo app: frolo.com/get-frolo-app
⭐ Follow us on Instagram: @frolo_app
⭐ Read expert advice and real-life stories on the Frolo blog

In this week’s episode of The Frolo Podcast, Zoë is flying solo to share something a little different.

It’s one of her own sessions from The Empowered Single Parent, Frolo’s course created by single parents, for single parents.
Built around hundreds of responses from the Frolo community, the course is designed to help single parents move from feeling overwhelmed and isolated to confident, connected, and empowered.

It covers everything from co-parenting and finances to self-care, healing, confidence, and creating a happy, balanced life.

In this episode, Zoë shares one of her own sessions from the course - all about finding your community:

💚 How to build meaningful connections as a single parent

💚 Why community is your lifeline

💚 The rituals that can ground you and your kids

💚 How to navigate holidays and milestones in a way that feels good

If you’ve ever felt alone on your single parent journey, this episode is for you.
📘 Want support across all of single-parent life? The Empowered Single Parent is Frolo's full course, with nine experts.
💚 Meet single parents near you on the free Frolo app: frolo.com/get-frolo-app
⭐ Follow us on Instagram: @frolo_app
⭐ Read expert advice and real-life stories on the Frolo blog

In this episode of the Frolo podcast, Zoë speaks with Tosh Brittan, known as the Divorce Goddess, about navigating the complexities of divorce with kindness and resilience. Tosh shares her personal journey through divorce and explains how her holistic approach to coaching empowers clients to take ownership of their emotions and navigate their journeys with strength and compassion.

Listen to hear more about:

❤️ How grief can stem from the loss of a family unit and future dreams.

❤️ Why managing anger is key to maintaining personal power.

❤️ How building small habits can lead to significant changes.

❤️ How humility and kindness can transform difficult experiences.
📘 Want support across all of single-parent life? The Empowered Single Parent is Frolo's full course, with nine experts.
💚 Meet single parents near you on the free Frolo app: frolo.com/get-frolo-app
⭐ Follow us on Instagram: @frolo_app
⭐ Read expert advice and real-life stories on the Frolo blog

In this episode of the Frolo podcast, Zoë Desmond speaks with Linzi Kavanagh, a coach who specialises in helping women navigate the emotional turmoil of divorce. Linzi shares her personal journey of going from a stay-at-home mom to a successful coach, sharing her feelings on the importance of emotional support, self-care, and rebuilding identity after separation. 

The conversation delves into the challenges of parenting post-divorce, co-parenting dynamics, and the significance of teaching children values amidst changing family structures, with plenty of practical tools for emotional regulation.

Listen now to hear more about:

❤️ How divorce can drastically alter one's identity and sense of self.

❤️ Why shifting focus from victimhood to action can empower individuals.

❤️ How parenting dynamics change significantly after divorce.

❤️ How modeling accountability teaches children valuable life lessons.
🎓 Co-parenting with someone difficult? Co-Parenting & Conflict has seven practical lessons from three co-parenting specialists on boundaries, calmer communication and the family court in England and Wales. £39.
📘 Want support across all of single-parent life? The Empowered Single Parent is Frolo's full course, with nine experts.
💚 Meet single parents near you on the free Frolo app: frolo.com/get-frolo-app
⭐ Follow us on Instagram: @frolo_app
⭐ Read expert advice and real-life stories on the Frolo blog

In this episode of the Frolo podcast, Tess Milton shares her journey from an emotionally volatile marriage to becoming a certified confidence coach. She discusses the challenges of leaving an unhappy relationship, the importance of mindset in healing and how single parents can reclaim their energy and identity. 

Listen now to hear more about:

❤️ How Tess uses NLP to transform lives in her coaching program, 'Fall Rise Become'

❤️ Why women often focus on practicalities instead of mindset during transitions.

❤️ How shifting focus to what you can control is empowering.

❤️ How emotional mastery allows women to choose how they feel.
🎓 Co-parenting with someone difficult? Co-Parenting & Conflict has seven practical lessons from three co-parenting specialists on boundaries, calmer communication and the family court in England and Wales. £39.
📘 Want support across all of single-parent life? The Empowered Single Parent is Frolo's full course, with nine experts.
💚 Meet single parents near you on the free Frolo app: frolo.com/get-frolo-app
⭐ Follow us on Instagram: @frolo_app
⭐ Read expert advice and real-life stories on the Frolo blog