008- From Marriage to Divorce: One Woman's Journey

Haley Carter shares her raw and emotional journey through marriage, divorce, and finding herself again while navigating the challenges of co-parenting two young children. • Haley married her high school sweetheart in 2019 and had two children before separating in 2023• Despite thinking they had a happy marriage, her husband suddenly announced he no longer wanted to be together• Looking back, she recognizes red flags including feeling like she wasn't a priority in his life• Transitioning from being a stay-at-home mom to 50-50 custody arrangement required significant adjustment• Finding her identity outside of being a wife and mother became a crucial part of her healing journey• Reconnecting with her LDS faith provided community, support, and framework for healing• Returned to school and is now working toward nursing school while continuing her lash business• Communication is key to successful co-parenting, with focus on doing what's best for the children• Being honest with trusted friends and family about relationship concerns is important• Now in a promising new relationship with someone who shares her faith and understands divorce• The unexpected end of her marriage ultimately led to personal growth and happinessFollow the Wedding Hive Podcast on all social media and podcast platforms! Check out 4 Carat Vodka on all social media and check out their website to learn more!