Starting Over: Why I’m Writing a Finance Blog for Women Navigating Divorce

Welcome to my corner of the internet—a place where we’ll talk money, resilience, and rebuilding after divorce. This is my first post, and I’m sharing my story to let you know why I’m here and why this matters.

I’m sitting at my kitchen table, a lukewarm coffee in hand, with my two little ones—ages 3 and 1.5—napping (finally). The house is quiet, but my mind is buzzing. I’m going through a divorce, and even though it’s amicable, it’s one of the hardest things I’ve ever faced. There’s relief, sadness, and, if I’m honest, regret—regret for choosing the partner I did, for building a family with someone who wasn’t the right fit in the end. But I can’t change the past, and I’m learning to focus on the future. That’s why I’m starting this blog—for myself, for my kids, and for you.

I’ve spent my career in fintech, working on platforms and tools that help people manage their money. I’m not a financial guru or an expert with all the answers, but I’ve learned a lot about navigating finances in practical, real-world ways. Still, going through a divorce? It’s financially terrifying, no matter how savvy you are. With two tiny humans depending on me, the questions pile up—How will I afford childcare? Can I keep the house? What about saving for the future? The weight of it all can feel overwhelming, and I know I’m not alone.

That’s why I’m here. I want this blog to be a space for women like us—navigating divorce, parenting, and the financial unknown—to find straightforward advice, honest stories, and a little hope. I’m in the thick of it, learning as I go, but my fintech background gives me a solid foundation to share what works. I want to help you take control of your money, one step at a time.

My story is messy and real. I married someone I knew I shouldn’t have but hoped that he would see the light and be my forever, and we brought two incredible kids into this world. But things didn’t get better; in fact, they got worse - way worse. Choosing divorce wasn’t easy, especially with a 3-year-old and a 1.5-year-old who deserve the world. The regret stings—wishing I listened to my gut originally. But I’m channeling that energy into building a future I’m proud of, for me and my kids. Taking charge of my finances is a big part of that, and I want to help you do the same.

This blog will dive into the practical stuff—budgeting as a single parent, splitting assets, planning ahead—while also tackling the emotional side of starting over. We’ll explore how to navigate alimony or child support, rebuild savings when money’s tight, and dream big again, even when it feels impossible. I’ll share what I’ve learned from my experience and my divorce journey, and I hope you’ll share your stories too.

If you’re a woman going through a divorce, feeling the weight of regret or fear about money, know this: You’re not alone, and you’re stronger than you think. Let’s figure this out together—one step, one budget, one victory at a time.

Thanks for being here. Let’s do this!