Recent Episodes
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EP 70: Navigating Co-Parenting as a Stepmom and Mom with Michelle Dempsey
Jan 7, 2025 – 35:47 -
EP 69: Navigating Stepfamily Holidays with Ainsley Keller
Dec 17, 2024 – 35:21 -
EP 68: How to Have Tough Conversations with Your Partner with Anita Inglis
Dec 10, 2024 – 53:29 -
EP 67: Unique Challenges of Childless Stepmotherhood with Blooming Stepmom
Dec 3, 2024 – 44:45 -
EP 66: "Does it ever get better?" with Brenda Ockun
Nov 26, 2024 – 34:53 -
EP 65: One Thing You Should REALLY Stop Telling Stepmoms
Nov 5, 2024 – 08:29 -
EP 64: 3 Things to do Right Now for a More Peaceful Stepmom Life
Oct 29, 2024 – 12:31 -
EP 63: How Becoming a Mom Changed Me as a Stepmom
Oct 22, 2024 – 14:02 -
EP 62: Myths about Disengaging BUSTED! with Tammy J
Oct 15, 2024 – 25:28 -
EP 61: The Single Biggest Barrier to Thriving as a Stepmom
Oct 8, 2024 – 09:05 -
EP 60: Untangling Loyalty Binds with Mindy Kyle
Oct 1, 2024 – 30:42 -
EP 59: Why You Should Stop Acting Like You're in a Nuclear Family
Sep 24, 2024 – 15:05 -
EP 58: 5 Lessons I Learned the Hard Way as a Stepmom
Sep 17, 2024 – 20:03 -
EP 57: When Co-Parenting Just Won't Work with Naja Hall
Sep 10, 2024 – 41:10 -
EP 56: Stop "Should"ing on Yourself with Jessica Frew
Sep 3, 2024 – 35:04 -
EP 55: 5 Red Flags When Dating Someone with Kids
Aug 27, 2024 – 14:48 -
EP 54: Unpacking the Double Standard Between Moms and Stepmoms
Apr 2, 2024 – 13:45 -
EP 53: 3 Tips for Taking Back Control as a Stepmom
Mar 26, 2024 – 13:31 -
EP 52: 5 Challenges Stepmoms Face (& What To Do!) with Dr. Patricia Papernow
Mar 19, 2024 – 52:24 -
EP 51: 3 Tips to Make Transition Day Easier
Mar 12, 2024 – 11:15 -
EP 50: Adding An Ours Baby with Kimberly King
Mar 5, 2024 – 37:27 -
EP 49: Shitty Advice for Stepmoms from Well-Meaning Therapists
Feb 27, 2024 – 10:39 -
EP 48: Co-Parenting with a High-Conflict Person with Megan Hunter, MBA
Feb 20, 2024 – 33:31 -
EP 47: Stepmomming is what you do, NOT who you are!
Feb 13, 2024 – 12:54 -
EP 46: Marrying a Widower and Blending Families with Rachel G. Scott
Feb 6, 2024 – 33:30 -
EP 45: Why I Won’t Allow My Stepdaughter To Call Me “Mom”
Jan 30, 2024 – 10:17 -
EP 44: The Importance of Setting and Discussing Expectations with Amy Ambrozich
Jan 23, 2024 – 42:27 -
EP 43: Overcoming Your Second Spouse Insecurities
Jan 16, 2024 – 10:44 -
EP 42: A Mom's Perspective Co-Parenting with a Stepmom with Ashley Machele
Jan 9, 2024 – 35:39 -
EP 41: Stepmomming Shouldn't Be Sacrificial
Jan 2, 2024 – 10:39 -
EP 40: 5 Things I'd Do Now If I Became a Stepmom Today
Dec 26, 2023 – 14:43 -
EP 39: Combatting Guilty Parent Syndrome with Tracy Poizner
Dec 19, 2023 – 31:17 -
EP 38: Making the Most of Holidays Without Your Stepchildren
Dec 12, 2023 – 08:41 -
EP 37: Overcoming Resentment as a Stepmom with Beth McDonough
Dec 5, 2023 – 28:10 -
EP 36: The Permission You Need to Survive Blended Family Holidays
Nov 28, 2023 – 07:15 -
EP 35: Feeding Picky Eaters with Jenny Friedman, MS RD
Nov 21, 2023 – 33:17 -
EP 34: 3 Ways to Say No to the Ex
Nov 14, 2023 – 11:21 -
EP 33: Effective Communication (& Why It's Crucial to your Relationship) with Keisha Williams
Nov 7, 2023 – 51:33 -
EP 32: 5 WRONG Ways to be a Happier Stepmom
Oct 31, 2023 – 13:12 -
EP 31: Overcoming Parental Alienation Syndrome with Anita Inglis
Oct 24, 2023 – 48:33 -
EP 30: Should a Stepmom Attend the Parent-Teacher Conference?
Oct 17, 2023 – 12:52 -
EP 29: Say Goodbye to Guilt with JoAnn Crohn
Oct 10, 2023 – 35:15 -
EP 28: Why I Think "Keep the Peace" is Shitty Advice
Oct 3, 2023 – 09:38 -
Season 2 Trailer: Stepmomming Made Easy
Sep 12, 2023 – 01:52 -
EP 27: Dreading Summer, Stepmom? 3 Tips for Success
May 30, 2023 – 25:57 -
EP 26: Mini-Wife Syndrome with Maarit Miller
May 23, 2023 – 41:18 -
EP 25: Let's Hear From Our Partners! (Part 3)
May 16, 2023 – 14:15 -
EP 24: To the Stepmom on Mother's Day
May 9, 2023 – 10:05 -
EP 23: Let’s Hear From Our Partners! (Part 2)
May 2, 2023 – 19:42 -
EP 22: How My Experience as a Stepchild Influences How I Stepparent
Apr 25, 2023 – 15:33
Recent Reviews
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Gymgirlie28Stepmoms, this is YOUR safe place!Kristen and all the guests are WONDERFUL and so supportive. This is exactly the support I need. So thankful to Kristen for this podcast.
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TeeCoreyVery helpful!This is exactly the support I need.
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WB16Topics and Vocabulary I Didn’t Know I Needed!As a new stepmom you see and have feelings you can’t quite define - this podcast helps me wrap my head around what I am seeing and feeling. It is great to feel seen and know I’m not alone❤️
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tiarrak1Highly Recommend ! ✨I’ve been listening to this podcast almost since the beginning and I think it’s fantastic! The advice Kristen gives, the guests she speaks with and the topics she decides to approach always have my interest as a stepmom of almost 6 years! It’s always thoughtful and tangible advice and you know you’ll feel seen or heard with each episode. I highly recommend this podcast to any stepmom who’s struggling or just wants to hear another more affirming perspective. Kristen is kind and real, the delivery is comforting and it’s been awesome listening to. I enjoy seeing the evolution of her podcast and her podcasting style over time. I can’t wait for the next season and I hope you give it listen. Add it to your weekly podcasts, and then go out and share with a stepmom friend, your partner or a bio mom who may need to hear this perspective!! You won’t regret it! ✨
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Jenn SouzaTHIS! All of this!I have been a full time stepmom to 4 children for the last 10 years. While I certainly had some struggles early on, it’s the teen years I am really finding challenging. I can absolutely relate to all the emotions you express. But the 5 Things I Want My Partner to Know NAILED everything I’ve been wanting to express to my partner but couldn’t put into words THANK YOU! Would love an episode on parenting teens.
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AmiDaveYou reminded me I am powerful 🥰I appreciate your insights and inputs about a lot of tiny little details which bother us in our day to day life. Also it has been an addiction to listen to your podcast😊.
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Chika4evaI feel seenThank you for sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly of being a stepmom! Especially a childless stepmom. There is no way on earth I would have ever imagined what I was signing up for, but now I know I’m not the only one going through these struggles or feeling the things I do. Thank you for the honest and helpful advice!
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Smiley 2011Thank you!Kristen makes me feel seen as a struggling stepmom. I love the relatable examples and experiences she talks about. She offers helpful advice and strategies to improve my relationships. Thank you for making these podcasts and for the support and encouragement!
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SarandipitygA delightWhat don’t I love? Her blogs, her emails, her podcast, and her solid advice. Kristen is warm and wonderful, with so many “ha” moments. I am grateful she forged the way ahead of me, and came back to show me the way with humor, encouragement, and experience. I’ve never dealt with a man’s high conflict ex before, and I’m immensely glad to have this support. I’m so much happier!
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kassmasI thought it was just me!So glad to have found this podcast. I’ve been stepmomming for 12 years. Wish I’d found support earlier!
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fulltimemom3LoveGreat podcast!
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V082182Amazing Advice!!!!I am so impressed! Kristen has a way of delivering solid advice. Her calming voice comes through as she shares ways to make YOUR life better. She really gets it & understands where others are coming from in their journey. Highly recommend !! Share with all of your friends!
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Jsky22Great Advice!Great advice! I know a lot of step moms who could benefit from this! 🙌🏼
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Rebecca Yoga MomLove it!I love that the Kristen is a stepmom herself and doesn’t pretend that life is glorious 100% of the time. She does keeps it positive, practical and honest. Love it!
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PTMussachAwesome, useful tips for step parentingKristen is an encouraging champion for parents finding themselves in the role of step parenting, especially moms. She speaks authentically from her own experience and doesn’t hide from the hard issues. You’ll want to add her to all your podcast playlists!
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