In a recent interview, Lisa Hochstein, star of “The Real Housewives of Miami,” opened up about her experiences sharing custody of her two children with ex-husband Lenny Hochstein. The couple finalized their divorce in November 2024 after 12 years of marriage, and Lisa has been navigating the challenges of co-parenting ever since.
Lisa, 42, shared her thoughts exclusively with Us Weekly while launching her new divorce support app, SplitWell. She candidly discussed how the transition to co-parenting has been a significant adjustment, particularly in terms of time spent apart from her children. “The biggest adjustment was not seeing my kids for half of their lives,” she explained. “I try to make the most out of my time with them.”
Despite the difficulties, Lisa believes that the experience has ultimately made her a better mother. “It probably has made me a better mom,” she stated. “When they’re with me, I dedicate all of my free time and their free time with me. It just makes you value that time that you have with them and make the most of it.”
Co-parenting has its ups and downs, and Lisa admits that communication with Lenny can be a challenge. “We communicate by text, and sometimes it goes well, but sometimes it doesn’t,” she said. “We’re butting heads, but I have my little tool here.” That tool, she explains, is her SplitWell app, designed to facilitate more effective communication between co-parents. “It really helps me de-escalate conflicts,” she added. “Before I send something, I run it through my app, and it kind of sends it in a lighter tone, if you will.”
The app is a product of Lisa’s personal experience in divorce court, and she hopes it will help others going through similar situations. “I really hope that this will change divorce,” she shared. “That is the goal. I want it to make divorce easier and not just help women. I want it to help everybody, help anyone going through this.”
In addition to her work on the app, Lisa has found new love with boyfriend Jody Glidden, whose support has been invaluable during this transitional period. Their relationship will be featured in the upcoming season of “The Real Housewives of Miami,” which premiered on June 11.
Reflecting on her journey as a mother and a co-parent, Lisa expressed her desire to foster a positive environment for her children. “I personally try to do my best to communicate as much as possible,” she noted. “The kids were two and six when the divorce began, and now they’re five and a half and 10. It’s just been such a journey, such an adjustment for all of us. I really try to do everything in the best interests of the kids, and that’s all I can do. I can only control myself.”
While the road may be rocky, Lisa Hochstein is determined to make the best of her situation, focusing on her children and her new ventures. As she navigates the complexities of co-parenting and personal growth, fans of “The Real Housewives of Miami” can look forward to seeing her journey unfold on screen.