
Divorcing dads: why separation hits men hard - and how to help
Divorce can hit men hard – and many dads withdraw just when they need people most. For divorcing dads, that isolation isn't only painful – it can be dangerous.
Kate is joined by Zoë Desmond, the founder of Frolo. Frolo is the online community for single parents, hear how and why it has grown so quickly in this brilliant episode.
This week host Kate Daly is joined by Zoë Desmond to discuss Frolo, an online community for single parents.
About the episode:
Frolo is a community for single parents, parents connect through online (mainly through the Frolo app and offline events too. Listen to hear how and Zoë created Frolo with and for single parents.
Links:
https://frolo.com/ https://twitter.com/FroloApp https://www.instagram.com/frolo_app/ https://www.facebook.com/froloapp/
Please note: this episode was recorded before the introduction of no-fault divorce in England and Wales, and may mention the previous legal system. For accurate information on the legal process of divorce, please visit amicable.co.uk
About our guests:
Zoë Desmond is the founder of Frolo.
More resources:
Get in touch with amicable for information on the legal, financial and children aspects of separation. Book a free 15-minute consultation with an amicable expert through the amicable website.

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