The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers
If something happened to you tomorrow… would your family know what to do?
Estate planning can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to keep putting it off, thinking you’ll get to it tomorrow. You know it matters, but you’re not sure who to trust or where to start.
Only 1 in 3 families have an estate plan in place. That statistic is sobering when you realize death is the only guarantee in life. Not taking action can cost your family time, money, and peace.
‘The Legacy of Love’ podcast simplifies estate planning for mothers in the sandwich generation—those raising children while caring for aging parents—so you can plan with confidence, ditch the overwhelm, and leave a legacy that reflects your values and your vision.
Episodes air weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.
In each episode, you’ll:
• Learn from heart-led experts what a thoughtful estate plan really includes
• Navigate hard topics like challenging family dynamics and end-of-life care
• Discover practical tools beyond your estate plan to reduce overwhelm, support your decision-making, and plan comprehensively with clarity and confidence
Hosted by Sara Ecklein—a Licensed Professional Fiduciary, private trustee, and mother—this podcast offers guidance that goes far beyond legal documents. Because legacy isn’t a destination; it’s a living practice that evolves as you do.
Don’t wait for a crisis to start your estate plan. Start today—with intention, clarity, and love.
🎧 New here? Start with fan-favorite Episode 2: Estate Planning With Heart.
The Legacy of Love: Estate Planning Simplified for Mothers
Estate Planning With Heart: Create an Estate Plan for Your Life, Legacy, and Peace of Mind
What if your estate plan could not only protect your assets, but also strengthen your relationships?
Too often, estate planning feels like a cold, legal process, but what if it could be deeply personal, empowering, and rooted in love? In this episode, discover how rethinking your approach to estate planning can help you avoid future conflict, preserve your values, and provide support to the people you care about most.
In this episode, you will:
- Learn how to create an estate plan that promotes harmony and empowers your loved ones
- Understand why collaboration between your legal, financial, and personal advisors is crucial for your legacy
- Hear powerful real-life stories showing how estate planning can be an act of love and how the wrong plan can create unnecessary pain
Listen now to uncover how a heart-centered estate plan can help you make empowered decisions for your family’s future.
About Patricia:
Patricia De Fonte, JD, LLM, is the founder of De Fonte Law PC, a California-based firm practicing Estate Planning with Heart®. Her team works remotely with proactive clients across the state to craft highly personalized plans that empower beneficiaries and integrate financial, tax, and legal guidance.
Patricia regularly speaks and leads workshops on estate planning fundamentals for Bay Area nonprofits. She also hosts expert panels to help families build strong advisory teams.
Credentials: JD & LLM from Golden Gate University, BA from Santa Clara University. Super Lawyer (2021–2024), BBB Torch Award winner, and published author in Estate Planning Strategies: Collective Wisdom.
Connect with Patricia:
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Episodes air weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Download The Legacy of Love Workbook
A free workbook designed to transform your estate planning journey from a checklist into a meaningful expression of your values, stories, and deepest wishes for your loved ones.
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Disclaimer
This podcast simplifies estate planning for mothers in the sandwich generation - those raising children while caring for aging parents. We cover living trusts, wills, power of attorney, supported decision making, and healthcare proxies to help you plan with clarity and peace of mind. Episodes explore inheritance, probate, fiduciary duties, and the role of a trustee, while addressing decision fatigue, overwhelm, and the emotional weight of caregiving. Rooted in mindfulness, values, and preparedness, we offer practical tools and heartfelt conversations about elder care, end-of-life planning, and leaving a legacy that lasts.
