Divorce comes with a lot of questions, a lot of paperwork, and somehow never enough forks.
The Restart was born out of a joke — “So… who got the toaster?” We laughed, because we all love our toaster ovens. But then the conversation shifted, the way humor often bumps into reality.
Laura, one of our founders, still has only six forks, seven years after her divorce. Six. Not a metaphor — an actual fork shortage. That tiny detail captured something big: people lose half of everything in divorce, and rebuilding shouldn’t feel like a scavenger hunt with half the resources.
So we decided to do something about it.
The Restart exists to help people rebuild their lives after divorce — with clarity, confidence, and a little humor to make the tough parts feel lighter. At the center of that mission is something new: a tech‑forward Divorce Registry built for real life, not leftovers.
Why We Built a Divorce Registry
Divorce changes your home, your routines, your finances, and your sense of stability. It’s a lot. And while friends and family want to help, they often don’t know how.
A registry solves that.
Not in a “throw a party” way — though honestly, we think you deserve one — but in a “here’s what I actually need to rebuild my life” way.
We wanted a platform that wasn’t buried inside another app. We wanted something secure, modern, and built specifically for people starting over.
So we built it ourselves.
How the Restart Divorce Registry Works
Clear steps. No drama. Just a simple tool that makes rebuilding easier.
1. Sign Up (Securely, Calmly, No Shenanigans)
We ask for your email so your registry stays secure.
We don’t sell it, share it, or use it for anything sneaky.
It’s just the key that keeps your space protected.
2. Add Your Story
Not that story. Not the “why it ended” story.
This is the story of what comes next:
- Are you moving?
- Downsizing?
- Setting up a new kitchen, bedroom, or home office?
- Facing a challenge that people can help with?
Your story gives people context — and gives you a moment to breathe.
3. Add Products From Any Site
This is where the magic happens.
Drop in a URL from any store, and our system pulls in the details.
We’ll be honest: internet magic is powerful, but occasionally it has the energy of a toddler with finger paint. So review what we captured, tweak anything you want, add sizes or colors, and boom — your registry item is ready.
4. Share It (A Little or A Lot)
You choose how public your registry is:
- Share it with everyone
- Share it only with people who have the link.
Your comfort level sets the rules.
5. Receive Support – Real, Human Support
As people buy items, they can leave comments, encouragement, and tiny notes of solidarity.
It’s not just about the blender or the bedding, it’s about knowing people are rooting for you.
Why a Divorce Registry Matters
Divorce is tough. Not because you’re doing anything wrong, but because starting over is a lot to carry alone.
A registry helps you:
- Rebuild your home without financial strain
- Replace essentials you lost or left behind
- Give friends and family a clear way to support you
- Feel less overwhelmed and more organized
- Move forward with confidence, not chaos
It’s practical.
It’s human.
And honestly, it’s overdue.
The reStart Promise
We built this because people deserve a smoother, kinder way to restart their lives.
No judgment.
No legal jargon.
No “hold space for your journey” speeches.
Just clarity, calm, and tools that make this part of life easier.
You’re not starting over.
You’re reStarting.
And we’re here for every step.