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The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver317: Laura Petherbridge ~ Stepfamilies of the BibleIn this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori is joined by the renowned “Smart Stepmom,” Laura Petherbridge, to discuss her latest book, Step Families of the Bible. Laura shares powerful insights into how stepfamilies of the Bible mirror the struggles of today’s stepfamilies. Drawing on biblical stories, she reveals how universal emotions like jealousy, loyalty, and anger shaped stepfamily dynamics both then and now. Listeners will gain invaluable wisdom on handling stepmom challenges, parent/child bonds, step-sibling rivalries, and the importance of empathy, grace, and boundaries in blended families. If you’re looking for real talk, pr...2025-06-271h 11
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver312: Sacrifices In StepfamiliesWelcome back to the Nacho Kids Podcast! In today’s episode, Lori and David dive deep into the realities of sacrifice within stepfamilies. Lori shares a heartfelt personal story about giving up a long-awaited lunch with a friend to help her stepson, Ethan, navigate buying a car, a perfect example of the countless everyday choices stepfamilies make for each other. Together, Lori and David discuss how sacrifice isn’t just about doing things for your own kids, but often includes stepkids and even partners. They challenge the misconception that “nachoing” means not caring or refusing to help, and expla...2025-05-2310 min
Chris Fabry LiveStepfamilies of the BibleWhat can we learn from biblical blended families? Author and speaker Laura Petherbridge brings her years of study of biblical step-families to our conversation. There's a lot of dysfunction there, but also many examples of how God cares for the blended family. If you're going through struggles in your blended family, don't miss the biblical encouragement on Chris Fabry Live. Featured resource:Stepfamilies of the Bible: Timeless Wisdom for Blended Families For more information about the work of Care Net, click here. Chris Fabry Live is listener-supported. To support the program, click her...2025-05-2046 minThe Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver307: Lisa Wilson ~ A History of Stepfamilies in Early AmericaIn this enlightening episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, we explore the fascinating world of stepfamilies in American history with our special guest, Lisa Wilson, the esteemed author of "A History of Stepfamilies in Early America." Lisa shares her journey of uncovering the untold stories and patterns of stepfamilies, reflecting on her personal experiences as a member of such a family. Delving into historical dynamics, Lisa discusses how the perception and roles within stepfamilies have evolved over centuries, from the challenges of integrating into what was once an emotionally-focused family model to combating age-old prejudices against stepmothers. ...2025-04-181h 08The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver306: Easter In StepfamiliesWelcome to this episode of the NK Podcast, where hosts Lori and David dive into the intricacies of celebrating Easter within stepfamilies. The holiday season can be a delightful time, but it also brings unique challenges when navigating custody schedules and traditions in blended families. In this episode, Lori and David share personal anecdotes and practical advice on how to manage these situations, offering creative solutions for celebrating Easter, even if it's not on the traditional date. They'll also discuss the importance of setting and respecting court-ordered holiday arrangements and the concept of life not always being 'fair' – a va...2025-04-1122 min
Linda's Corner: Inspiration for a Better LifeNavigating "Blended Families" with Dr. Patricia PapernowNavigating "Blended Families" with Dr. Patricia PapernowBlending families can be both rewarding and challenging. In this insightful episode, we welcome Dr. Patricia Papernow, one of the world’s foremost experts on blended families, to discuss the unique dynamics and strategies for success in stepfamily relationships. Dr. Papernow is the author of several books on the topic and has received Distinguished Contribution awards from both the American Family Therapy Academy and the American Psychological Association.Together, we explore four key reasons why understanding stepfamilies is crucial:Stepfamilies are everywhere.The challenges are in...2025-03-2142 min
The Parenting for Faith podcastS11E9: Stepfamilies (Esther Kuku)In today’s episode we speak to Esther Kuku about Stepparenting. Esther is a bio mum and Stepmum, and has been married for 12 years. She is passionate about step families and compassionate leadership. Stepping Up, her devotional for stepfamilies will be released in June 2026.
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An Imperfectly Perfect Life - Life Unscripted: Navigating Divorce, Dating, Friendships, Careers, Family - and the 50sCameron Normand on Thriving in Blended FamiliesSend us a textBlended family life can present unexpected challenges, requiring compassion and communication. Through personal stories and expert insights, we explore the realities of stepfamily dynamics, emphasizing the importance of setting expectations and boundaries for a harmonious family life.• Common challenges faced by stepparents • Importance of realistic expectations in blended families • Navigating high-conflict relationships with ex-partners • Discussing finances and gift-giving in stepfamilies • Role of communication in fostering understanding • Strategies for managing relationships with adult children • Value of pre-marital stepfamily coaching • Resources available for stepfamilies • Conclusion on the journey of blended...2025-02-0532 min
The Stepmom Diaries Podcast93. What DOES Work In Stepfamilies, According To ResearchWhat Do We Know About What DOES Work In Stepfamilies? In this episode, I'm joined by one of the preeminent stepfamily scholars in the world, Larry Ganong, Ph.D., who is out with a new book, called What Works In Stepfamilies: Creating And Maintaining Satisfying And Effective Relationships. He also happens to sit on the Stepfamily Solutions advisory board and if you've attended any of our past Stepmom Summits, you'll remember him as one of our speakers. The two coauthors of What Works In Stepfamilies are his wife, Marilyn Coleman, Ed.D., who is...2024-11-1549 minThe Stepmom Diaries Podcast92. Stepfamily Resilience in Crisis: Addressing the Emotional Toll of WarHow Does The Daily Trauma of War Impact Stepfamilies? The trauma inflicted on stepfamilies is an aspect of war not often considered - but has a very real impact. In this episode, we are talking with Sigal Kaplan, a family counselor in Israel specializing in blended families. Sigal has done groundbreaking and captivating work around the impact of the ongoing war on Israeli stepfamilies. About Sigal: Sigal Kaplan is a family counselor specialist who works with stepfamilies, as well as families dealing with divorce. She teaches a course at Kibbutzim College for counselors and...2024-11-0834 min
The Stepmom Side Podcast#66: Caught in the Middle: The Truth About Dad Guilt in StepfamiliesIn today’s episode, I'm diving into a topic that doesn’t get enough attention—Dad Guilt in a Stepfamily. You’ve probably heard a lot about stepmom guilt, but what about the dads? Many dads in stepfamilies feel torn between their kids and their new family. That guilt can impact everything from how they parent to how they show up in their marriage. I'll break down what dad guilt looks like, how it affects family dynamics, especially when it comes to disciplining kids, and what both partners can do to manage it together.In thi...2024-10-1524 min
LIFING 101 PODCASTBlending Love and Laughs: Stepping Into the World of StepfamiliesIn this episode of Blending Love and Laughs: Stepping Into the World of Stepfamilies, we dive into the fascinating world of blended families, where love, laughter, and a few challenges come together to create unique family dynamics. We’ll explore the latest statistics and prevalence of stepfamilies, , exploring just how common and diverse these family […]
The post Blending Love and Laughs: Stepping Into the World of Stepfamilies first appeared on LIFING 101 PODCAST.2024-07-1136 minLIFING 101 PODCASTBlending Love and Laughs: Stepping Into the World of StepfamiliesIn this episode of Blending Love and Laughs: Stepping Into the World of Stepfamilies, we dive into the fascinating world of blended families, where love, laughter, and a few challenges come together to create unique family dynamics. We’ll explore the latest statistics and prevalence of stepfamilies, , exploring just how common and diverse these family […]
The post Blending Love and Laughs: Stepping Into the World of Stepfamilies first appeared on LIFING 101 PODCAST.2024-07-1136 min
The Whole StepfamilyCalm Parenting in Anxious Times: Tools for Stepfamily PeaceIn this liberating episode, Megan Nolan joins host Brittany Lynch to explore effective strategies for managing anxiety within the dynamic context of stepfamilies and blended families. Dive deep into the practices of mindful parenting, discover key tools for maintaining peace, and learn how to turn common stepfamily challenges into opportunities for growth and harmony.What You'll Learn: Understanding Anxiety in Stepparenting: Gain insights into how anxiety manifests in stepfamilies and learn practical techniques for managing it effectively.Tools for Peaceful Blended Family Life: Explore strategies that help maintain calm and peace in a blended family setting...2024-04-1256 min
Stepmomming Made EasyEP 52: 5 Challenges Stepmoms Face (& What To Do!) with Dr. Patricia PapernowStepparenting is not hard because you're doing it wrong. Stepparenting is hard because it's an entirely different family structure and dynamic than we've experienced before. Today, I'm joined by arguably the foremost expert on stepfamily dynamics, Dr. Patricia Papernow, to discuss 5 challenges stepfamilies face. We're normalizing the challenges you struggle with and talking all about what works and what doesn't work!Dr. Patricia Papernow is an internationally recognized expert on stepfamilies. She teaches all over the U.S. and the world about best practices for meeting stepfamily challenges integrating the now considerable research with...2024-03-1952 min