Things have been a bit of a struggle for Braunwyn Windham-Burke since her split from Sean Burke. The Real Housewives of Orange County alum says things have gotten so bad that she's become unable to provide for the pair's children now that Sean has stopped footing the bill for their lavish lifestyle.
Page Six has obtained court documents showing how hard things have been for the single mother.
Braunwyn, who shares five minor children with Sean, has requested the courts order the former reality star to pony up some cash after he "stopped providing any support."
She claims that she's been asking her family for help when it comes to taking care of "basic living expenses and even expenses for our children."
The 'RHOC' star says her husband has a history of financial manipulation.
Braunwyn claims she's been reliant on Sean since she was just 20 years old.
"I have relied on [Burke] to make all financial decisions for 23 years, and I have effectively been kept in the dark regarding the true extent of our business interests and assets," the court papers went on to state.
It's hard for the mother of seven to do the same thing she used to do with her kids.
Braunwyn went on to explain how she and her kids have had to forgo the splurges they've come to know and love — like glam squads, European vacations, and more — which is why she's asking the courts to require Sean to pay $10,000 a month in spousal support.
That's not all she's looking for either.
In addition to the $120,000 yearly support arrangement, the mother of seven also wants her soon-to-be ex to cover the costs of her attorney fees.
It doesn't seem like Sean is fighting her on any of this. In a response to the court, he has agreed to those figures while also asking the court to "reserve for future determination the issue of support payable to" him.
It's sounds like both parents are willing to do whatever is in the best interest of their kids.
Braunwyn and Sean share seven kids together: 22-year-old Bella, 20-year-old Rowan, 17-year-old Jacob, 9-year-old twins Caden and Curren, 7-year-old Koa, and 4-year-old Hazel. Considering that five of the children are still minors, their care likely adds up each month.
Fingers crossed that Sean's agreeability has to do with making this transition as smooth as possible for everyone involved.
