Episodios

  • I Thought I Was Done Healing — Then My Ex Came Back | Ashley Noelle Presti | Exes & Babies
    Jan 26 2026

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    WATCH TILL THE END — This episode gets REAL.


    What happens when healing isn’t linear? When closure doesn’t look like peace? Ashley Noelle Presti opens up about heartbreak, self-worth, unfinished love, and how co-parenting changed everything.In this powerful episode of Exes & Babies,

    we dive into:

    ✔ Healing after heartbreak

    ✔ The emotional tug of unresolved love

    ✔ Co-parenting boundaries & personal growth

    ✔ Turning pain into purpose


    Whether you’re navigating co-parenting challenges, dealing with an ex who won’t let go, or trying to find confidence after love — this conversation will hit your heart and help you heal.

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  • How Positive Communication Changed Blended Families
    Jan 26 2026

    Co-parenting doesn’t have to feel like constant tension, arguments, or emotional burnout.


    In this episode of Exes & Babies, we dive deep into how positive communication can completely transform your co-parenting relationship — even after a painful breakup or divorce.


    If you’re struggling with:

    Constant misunderstandings with your co-parent

    Arguments that affect your kidsFeeling unheard, disrespected, or emotionally drained

    Wanting peaceful co-parenting but not knowing where to start


    👉 This episode is for you.


    We talk honestly about real-life co-parenting communication strategies, how to set boundaries without conflict, and how shifting the way you speak (and listen) can create a healthier environment for your children.✨

    You’ll learn:

    How positive communication reduces co-parenting conflict

    Practical phrases that de-escalate tense conversations

    How to protect your child’s emotional well-being

    Why co-parenting isn’t about winning — it’s about stability


    If you’re committed to raising emotionally secure kids without constant drama, watch until the end — this conversation could change everything.

    👇 Join the conversation:

    Comment below — what’s the hardest part of communicating with your co-parent?

    👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with another parent who needs it.

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    50 m
  • They Still Live Together After the Breakup… Here’s the REAL Reason (Co-Parenting Under One Roof)
    Dec 4 2025

    What happens when two exes decide NOT to move out?

    In this episode of Exes & Babies, we dive deep into the real, raw, and often messy reality of co-parenting under the same roof after a breakup.


    Whether you're navigating separation, exploring modern co-parenting, or simply curious about unconventional family dynamics—this episode brings honest conversations, vulnerable truths, and practical insights you won’t hear anywhere else.


    If you’ve ever wondered: “Can exes actually co-parent while still living together?” …this episode is a must-watch.


    👇 LIKE, COMMENT, & SUBSCRIBE for more transparent conversations about modern parenting, blended families, and navigating life after love.co-parenting under one roof, living with your ex, co-parenting after breakup, modern co-parenting, co-parenting podcast, parenting after separation, exes living together, co-parenting tips, shared parenting, family dynamics, healthy co-parenting, breakup and kids, living together after divorce, conscious co-parenting, exes & babies podcast

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    45 m
  • Why Accountability Changes Everything?
    Dec 4 2025

    Accountability isn’t easy — but it’s powerful.In this episode of the Exes & Babies Podcast, Sydney Swonigan dives deep into what it really means to take accountability in co-parenting. From owning your actions to breaking toxic cycles, this conversation explores how self-awareness can transform not just your relationship with your co-parent, but also the emotional safety of your children.Because healing starts when we stop pointing fingers — and start looking within.In this episode, you’ll learn:• Why accountability is the foundation of peaceful co-parenting• How to take ownership without taking all the blame• Ways to rebuild trust after conflict• How accountability helps your children feel more secure and supportedRemember: Accountability isn’t about perfection — it’s about progress, humility, and love.Subscribe for more:Real stories. Honest conversations. Practical tools for navigating co-parenting with grace, empathy, and growth.#ExesAndBabies #CoParenting #Accountability #HealingJourney #ParentingAfterDivorce #SydneySwonigan #ModernParenting #CoParentingPodcast #EmotionalHealing

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    11 m
  • The One Mindset Shift That Changes Everything in Co-Parenting
    Dec 4 2025

    What if the key to peaceful co-parenting wasn’t control — but positive intent? 💛In this episode of Exes & Babies, we dive deep into how assuming positive intent and giving recognition can completely transform the co-parenting relationship.Too often, co-parents get stuck in blame and miscommunication. But when you choose to believe your co-parent is doing their best — something powerful shifts:✨ The tension softens.✨ Communication opens up.✨ Your child feels the peace between you.This video will help you:✅ Understand what positive intent really means in co-parenting✅ Learn how to recognize small wins and efforts (even when it’s hard)✅ Build trust and emotional safety — one choice at a time💡 Watch till the end to learn the mindset reset that could change everything in your co-parenting journey.—#CoParenting #PositiveIntent #ExesAndBabies #ParentingTogether #CoParentingPeacefully #MindfulParenting #GraceAndEmpathy #ConsciousParenting #HealthyCoParenting #CoParentCommunication #CoParentTips

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    18 m
  • Grace & Empathy Can Do This To You!
    Dec 4 2025

    Can grace and empathy really change your co-parenting story?

    In this heartfelt episode, Exes & Babies founder Sydney Swonigan opens up about how choosing grace — even when it’s hard — can rebuild peace, trust, and communication between co-parents.She shares personal experiences and lessons that remind us:✨ Healing begins when we choose understanding over judgment.✨ Empathy is the bridge from conflict to connection.✨ Grace isn’t weakness — it’s strength in action.Whether you’re navigating co-parenting after divorce, healing from a toxic breakup, or learning to communicate better with your ex, this episode offers tools to bring peace, clarity, and compassion to your shared parenting journey.• How grace changes your co-parenting dynamic• Ways to communicate with empathy even when emotions are high• How to model healthy love and respect for your childrenHow has empathy or grace helped you in your co-parenting journey? Drop your story in the comments — we’d love to hear from you!#ModernCoParenting #ParentingAfterDivorce #HealingJourneys #CoParentingWithGrace🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe to the Exes & Babies channel for more real conversations about love, parenting, and growth after separation.

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    14 m
  • Falynn Pina Opens Up About Co-Parenting: From Custody Battles to Finding Peace - Ep 36
    Sep 16 2025

    On Exes & Babies, host Sydney Swonigan, The Co-Parent Whisperer, sits down with Falynn Pina (RHOA alum) for a grounded, unfiltered conversation about co-parenting after court battles, public scrutiny, and blended family dynamics. This episode is packed with real talk on co-parenting, divorce, separation, healing, and parenting.💡 Topics in this episode:-Navigating false allegations, post-partum and toxic in-laws. -Co-parenting with 4 fathers and the different dynamics.-Protecting your peace, privacy, and kids’ well-being in the age of social media and public opinions.Timestamps: 0:25 – Meet Falynn Pina (RHOA) & why she’s here 1:10 – Starting co-parenting at 17: early challenges 2:05 – First custody battle story & becoming “custodial parent” 3:30 – What a Guardian ad Litem is (and when courts use one) 5:00 – The real costs & anxiety of court 6:05 – Outside opinions & in-laws: how they inflame conflict 7:10 – Parenting plans vs “scheduling” (why the term triggers Falynn) 9:15 – Letting go & learning to trust your co-parent (faith, acceptance) 12:00 – Kids, phones & rumors: handling internet gossip at home 13:10 – How fame changed her co-parenting dynamic 14:00 – Years in court: set-asides, outcomes, and lessons 15:20 – When a teen chooses to live with dad 18:30 – Co-parent differences: four fathers, four dynamics 19:30 – Healing after losing custody of an infant & postpartum depression✨ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with other parents who need encouragement.#CoParenting #ExesAndBabies #ParentingPodcast #HealingAfterDivorce #CleanSlate #FalynnPina #RHOA #BlendedFamily #CoParentingTips #SingleMom #DivorceSupport #SeparationHealing

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    49 m
  • Sherien on Being a Stepmom and Healing After Divorcing Apollo Nida from RHOA
    Sep 9 2025

    On Exes & Babies, host Sydney Swonigan, The Co-Parent Whisperer, sits down with Sherien Almufti — recognized from The Real Housewives of Atlanta and her relationship with Apollo Nida — for a conversation that goes far deeper than headlines.

    Sherien embodies grace, insight, and healing as she shares her journey through divorce, step-parenting, and rediscovering peace. Her strength shines through as she speaks raw truth with so much compassion.

    In other words, get your notepads ready! She’s dropping wisdom left and right.


    ✨ Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with other parents who need encouragement.

    #Sherien #Singlemoms #ApolloNida #RealHousewivesOfAtlanta #ExesAndBabies #CoParenting #HealingAfterDivorce #GraceInCoParenting #lifeafterprison #stepdad #stepmom #atlanta

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    30 m