JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – When families separate, children often get caught in the emotional crossfire—and Episode 2 of the sponsored podcast Split Happens is here to change that.
Hosted by meteorologist Katie Garner and board-certified family law attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, Split Happens brings clarity and compassion to one of the most complicated and emotionally charged parts of any separation: child custody.
“Children are experiencing many of the same emotions as their parents during a divorce,” Henderlite says. “If you overlook that, you risk doing the most harm.”
🎙️ In Episode 2, “What About the Kids?”, Garner and Henderlite talk openly about how to protect children during divorce and custody battles—while also tackling common myths, legal misunderstandings, and the emotions that cloud judgment during these high-stakes moments.
What You’ll Learn in Episode 2:
- How custody decisions are really made—and why Florida doesn’t let kids “choose”
- Why fear and anxiety in parents often hurt children more than divorce itself
- The most common custody mistakes parents make (even unintentionally)
- How different parenting styles can create conflict—and how to manage it
- Why using your child to “win” in court often causes lasting emotional damage
“There’s no magic age in Florida when kids can just pick where they want to live,” Henderlite explains. “And parents need to be careful not to weaponize that choice.”
Instead of focusing on courtroom drama, this episode centers on what matters most: the well-being of the child. From understanding developmental differences to explaining why consistency and emotional safety are the real priorities, Split Happens delivers grounded, real-world advice for any parent navigating custody or visitation challenges.
For Parents Feeling Overwhelmed
Garner, speaking from personal experience and close friendships, puts it bluntly: “Sometimes you forget who your child is in all the chaos. But they’re half of you—and half of your ex. They deserve peace.”
Henderlite reinforces the need for emotional awareness, reminding listeners that divorce doesn’t just split a household—it reshapes a child’s world.
“Treat your child as someone going through this with you—not as a trophy or a rope in a tug-of-war,” he says.
🎙️ Watch Episode 1: Split Happens reframes what it means to ‘win’ at divorce
Split Happens doesn’t shy away from the hard stuff—divorce, custody battles, emotional breakdowns, and all the messy feelings in between. But it also offers something rare in conversations about family law: perspective, humor, and hope. Stream the full video podcast now on News4JAX.com or the News4JAX YouTube channel. New episodes coming soon.
Sponsored by Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, P.A.
This content is sponsored by Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, P.A., a Jacksonville-based family law firm. The views and opinions expressed are those of the sponsor.