
I’m Pregnant and I Think the Father is a Narcissist: Help!
Bringing a child into the world should be a beautiful experience - but if you’re carrying the baby of a narcissist, it’s time to start safety planning.
Narcissistic abusers seek power and control over victims in order to maintain their self-imposed status as “center of the universe.”

Personal Update: Shifting Gears to Prioritize My Health
As many of you know, my work through One Mom’s Battle has always been deeply personal. I entered this space not as a professional, but as a mother fighting to protect her children in a system that often fails to prioritize their safety. Over time, what began as a blog turned into a movement. For the past thirteen years, I’ve poured every ounce of my heart and energy into helping others navigate the family court system and post-separation abuse.

When Advocacy Becomes Dangerous: The Growing Threat
I’ve been labeled “public enemy number one.” I’ve received death threats. And I’m not alone.
When child safety advocates become the target of coordinated harassment, we must call it what it is: dangerous.
This is not advocacy. This is incitement. And it’s putting lives at risk.

When Family Court Fails: The Fight to Bring Barron Home
This case reflects a larger trend that has been reported in jurisdictions across the United States. Protective parents, often mothers, report that when they raise concerns about abuse or emotional harm, they are at risk of being accused of alienation. The term, which has been criticized by child advocacy organizations and mental health experts for its lack of scientific validity, is increasingly used in high conflict custody disputes and, according to critics, can discredit or take precedence over legitimate safety concerns.

My Adult Children Believe the Lies My Narcissistic Ex Says About Me
There’s no pain like losing adult children to the narcissistic abuser’s smear campaign.
Narcissistic abusers know exactly how to cause the most pain to their victims. For many survivors, this means that the abuser goes after the parent-child relationship. With grown children, this can be devastating.
While every situation is different and there are no quick fixes, here are some words of comfort and advice from the battlefield.

Why I Charge for My Services
I didn’t set out to build a business, I was simply trying to survive and support others along the way. My journey unfolded one day at a time, organically. It's why I often refer to myself as the "accidental' author and advocate. Even if I had set out to create a business, there is nothing wrong with that. I would have welcomed someone to serve as a resource when I was fighting to protect my children.

I Live in Constant Fear of My Narcissistic Ex’s Legal Threats
Sometimes the narcissist’s threats are valid, sometimes they’re smoke and mirrors.
Many narcissists will relentlessly threaten court. But often, they are the ones who fear court due to the risk of image exposure or financial repercussions. The threats are typically empty puffs of projection mixed with scare tactics.

I Want to Date But I’m Terrified of My Narcissistic Ex
After narcissistic abuse, survivors deserve to enter the dating world feeling empowered and strong.
Divorcing a narcissist is a massive victory (even though it feels like a never-ending nightmare). But the fear of an ex’s threats, harassment, jealousy, or other forms of retaliation can be overwhelming - especially when a survivor is ready to enter the dating world.

My High Conflict Divorce Trial Is Coming Up - I’m Freaking Out!
The anticipation of a high conflict divorce trial can be intense and anxiety-inducing. It’s important to learn techniques to stay grounded and calm before and during the trail. Centering yourself with grounding techniques in the midst of the narcissist’s chaos is essential in maintaining your physical health, mental stability, and emotional strength.

Why Family Court Advocacy Matters—Even When It’s Not Your State
In the past, I’ve given a tremendous amount of grace to people who are still in the thick of things and not able to get involved in advocacy efforts. But things have reached a crisis level, and we truly need everyone. Even if you can only do one thing this week, please do it. In family court advocacy, every action counts.
Here are four urgent calls to action. Whether you're a survivor, an advocate, or someone who simply cares about protecting children, there's a place for you in this fight.

“I Can’t Take Another Lie”: What To Do When the Narcissist Lies in the Courtroom
Narcissistic individuals have no qualms about lying under oath. Perjury means nothing to them because their reality is whatever serves their agenda in the moment. They will distort, manipulate, and fabricate without hesitation—all while looking the judge in the eye.
If you’ve ever sat in a courtroom and listened to the narcissist spin their web of lies, you know how infuriating and helpless it can feel. The injustice of it all is enough to make your blood boil. But reacting emotionally won’t help your case—it will only give them ammunition to use against you.

Ethan’s Law: A Chance for Georgia to Protect Children
Across Georgia—and the nation—children are being court-ordered into dangerous, unregulated, and unproven programs under the false guise of “family reunification.” These programs have no basis in science, no government oversight, and no place in our justice system—yet they’re booming into a multi-million-dollar industry fueled by litigation, coercion, and court orders.
Georgia’s House Bill 253, also known as Ethan’s Law, could finally change that.

Exposing the Fraud Behind Reunification Therapy: How to Avoid it or Escape it (Part 3 of 3)
Reunification therapy, when imposed under coercive circumstances, is not a neutral intervention—it is a dangerous legal weapon that can strip protective parents of their rights and force children into harmful situations. Parents must be fully informed of the risks before consenting, and courts must be held accountable for the unchecked power they grant to reunification therapists.

I’m Divorcing a Narcissist: What Should I Wear to Court?
Not the most fun, but definitely an important step - picking your clothing for your divorce or child custody battle court appearances.
Of all the things to be stressing about - staying alive, keeping your children alive, getting documentation to your attorney, and surviving the narcissist’s relentless attacks - here’s a quick guide to choosing your wardrobe for in-person court appearances when facing a narcissist.

Family Court Attorney Red Flags (Beware!!)
Finding, retaining, and working with a family law attorney is one of the most difficult and frustrating aspects of a high conflict divorce and/or custody battle.
And once you’ve secured your attorney, it can feel like everything is crashing down if you begin to realize that they’re not all their Yelp reviews cracked them up to be.
Here are some of the most egregious red flags that every survivor should be aware of:
Remember that your attorney works for you.

Open Letter to Governor Jared Polis: Investigate Corruption in Colorado’s 7th Judicial District
Dear Governor Polis,
As a national advocate for family court reform, I have spent years bearing witness to the systemic failures within our nation’s family court system. The injustices I have encountered are deeply troubling, but what I am seeing unfold in Colorado’s 7th Judicial District is particularly egregious. As the Governor of Colorado, you hold a unique responsibility in this matter. Because judges in Colorado are appointed, the integrity of the judiciary ultimately rests in your hands. I implore you to act swiftly and decisively in the case of Christine McGinley, whose son remains in grave danger due to corruption and judicial misconduct in the court system.

Is Spirituality a Necessity When You’re Divorcing a Narcissist?
Learn how reliance on a higher power can help you feel more grounded on the battlefield.
This post isn’t about religion, but it IS about spirituality.
Whether it’s faith in a God, the Universe, the power of humanity, or simply the peace of being in nature, many survivors find a higher level of personal peace and grounding when they invest time and emotional energy in their spirituality.

From Victim to Advocate: A Mother's Fight Against Family Court Corruption Sparks a National Movement
What began as a mother’s desperate fight to shield her child from domestic abuse, backed by court findings of neglect and repeated head and facial injuries, spiraled into a harrowing nightmare. The very institutions designed to protect children instead turned a blind eye, becoming complicit in the ongoing abuse.
Christine’s case was thoroughly investigated by ProPublica in 'Both Parents Agree: The Child is Being Harmed. Which One Will the Court Believe?’ which exposed the harrowing reality within Colorado’s 7th Judicial District. It stands as a damning indictment of a family court system that not only failed to protect Christine’s child but perpetuated the very danger she sought to escape. These failures led to the forced separation of a child from his protective mother, despite overwhelming findings of safety concerns with the father.

Simple Ways to Prioritize Your Physical Wellness When You’re Divorcing a Narcissist
Your physical wellness is extremely important when you’re up against a narcissist in a child custody battle.
A high conflict custody battle can be overwhelming in every single way - and often, our physical health takes a massive hit.
Prioritizing your physical wellness is an absolute must

How a Biased Judge Used Illegal Actions to Imprison Me and Take Custody of My Son
I cannot recall all the words that were being said to me as I was instructed to return to the stand. I also cannot remember what it felt like as I felt the cuffs being locked around my wrist. I do remember the kindness and tenderness I felt from the bailiff as he looked into my eyes and the compassionate, gentle tone that he used with me as everything was happening so fast. It truly felt like I had been sucked into another dimension, where standard world values like justice and law did not exist. All I could think about in that moment was my sons and my family having to endure the unimaginable consequences of what was happening. This single day has left me questioning everything I ever believed before about fairness, justice, law and our rights as an American citizen.