Fresh Take: The Custody Queens on What Parents Need to Know About Divorce and Separation

What should parents know if they're considering divorce? Margaret talks with family law attorneys Kristen Holstrom and Samantha McBride—the hosts of the "Custody Queens" podcast—about custody disputes, co-parenting conflict, child support, digital footprints, and the biggest mistakes people make during separation.

Drawing from years of experience in high-conflict custody and divorce cases, Kristen and Samantha explain how family court actually works, why “amicable” divorces can still require strong boundaries, and how parents can protect themselves and their children emotionally, financially, and legally.

The conversation covers:

• Why every custody case is unique—and why Facebook advice can backfire
• The difference between staying amicable and giving up your rights
• How courts evaluate custody arrangements and parenting concerns
• Child support myths, enforcement, and financial responsibility
• The long-term consequences of social media posts, texts, and digital evidence
• Why courts care more about safety concerns than personal betrayal
• Co-parenting with a difficult ex or a new romantic partner in the picture
• How therapy, documentation, and realistic expectations can reduce conflict

Here's where you can find Samantha and Kristen:

• https://custodyqueens.com/
• @custodyqueens and @custodyqueensonair on IG
• @custodyqueens on TikTok
• @custodyqueenson-air on YT
• Listen to "Custody Queens" wherever you listen to podcasts
• Custody Queens Off the Clock, Kristen and Sam's true crime pod

What Fresh Hell is co-hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables.

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