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The Stepmom Side Podcast#81: What To Do When Your Partner Doesn’t Back You Up as a StepmomWelcome to another episode of The Stepmom Side Podcast! In this episode, Alicia dives into a tough but important topic: what to do when your partner doesn’t back you up as a stepmom. If you’re feeling unsupported, frustrated, or like you’re handling everything on your own, you’re not alone. Alicia shares actionable advice to help you navigate this challenge and start feeling more supported and confident in your role as a stepmom.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to recognize if your partner isn’t backing you up (and why this mig...2025-01-2818 min
The KICK-ASS Stepmom PodcastAddicted To Chaos, High Conflict Ex + When A Stepmom Should Call It Quits with Naja Hall [Re-release]In this episode of The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, Stepmom coach and creator of VIP Stepmom Naja Hall is going to call you out, inspire you and have you in tears of laughter. We dive into: Dealing with a high-conflict ex Being addicted to the chaos Stepmom insecurity When we think a Stepmom should call it quits and so much more! For more from Naja connect with her at @vipstepmom on IG Listen to Ep. 14 How To Deal With A High-Conflict Ex with Naja Hall here. Listen to E...2024-07-2240 min
Essential Stepmom Podcast112. Tammy Cohen: Text Messages To My SonsTammy Cohen, brand messaging consultant and founder of the Women Beyond the Table Business Network is the author of Text Messages To My Kids, a book brimming with inspiration for how you (or your partner) can begin, renew or truly uplevel your connection with kids - especially those who don't live with you or who are in a phase of life where they don't seem open to hearing from you. By going where they are - ie., on their phones - you can meet them in familiar territory and get their attention in a new way. In our conversation...2024-07-1254 minThe KICK-ASS Stepmom PodcastAdult Stepkids, Step-Grandbabies + The Secret To Stepmom Success with Mindy KyleThis week on The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, I am interviewing fellow Stepmom Coach Mindy Kyle to dive into all things stepmom life. We discuss: Adult stepchildren Step grand babies How stepmom stress doesn't end when they turn 18 Making the decision to divorce, or change her mindset around stepmom life What happened when we started doing the work on ourselves The things we wish we would have done in those early days The evolution of her relationship with the ex There are so many takeaways for stepmoms in this episode!...2024-06-2457 min
The Trade Up StepmomThe Golden Uterus and Male Equivalent, Part 2Sorry to break this up into two pieces but it's the only way to get it on here!
Stepmom's know about the golden uterus. Just because you carried this child doesn't mean you are the end all be all. Here we talk about it and the male equivalent.
Follow us on YouTube @TheTradeUpStepmom2024-02-2012 minThe Trade Up StepmomThe Golden Uterus and Male Equivalent, Part 1Sorry to break this up into two pieces but it's the only way to get it on here!
Stepmom's know about the golden uterus. Just because you carried this child doesn't mean you are the end all be all. Here we talk about it and the male equivalent.
Follow us on YouTube @TheTradeUpStepmom2024-02-2011 min
Stepmomming Made EasyEP 42: A Mom's Perspective Co-Parenting with a Stepmom with Ashley MacheleYou are in for such an incredible conversation today, stepmom! I'm chatting with Ashley Machele, a mom who shares long-distance custody of her oldest daughter. She'll share her perspective co-parenting with a stepmom and asks how she can validate and empathize with her daughter's stepmom—a perspective she references as life-changing. We discuss boundaries her daughter's stepmom crossed, how she understands the positive intention behind those actions and appreciates the stepmom regardless, and MUCH more! I'd consider this episode a can't-miss conversation for any stepmom whose stepchild has two homes.Ashley is the founder of...2024-01-0935 minStepmomming Made EasyEP 37: Overcoming Resentment as a Stepmom with Beth McDonoughResentment is pretty much a universal experience for stepmoms. If you've struggled with feeling resentful on your journey, you're definitely not alone! In today's episode, Beth McDonough and I discuss why resentment is so common for stepmoms and the reason why, steps you can take to identify your triggers, and how to overcome resentment in order to be fully present and engaged in your stepfamily!Beth is a Certified Stepparent Coach, Co-CEO of Stepfamily Magazine, Co-Founder of The Stepmom Summit, and owner of The Inclusive Stepmom, where she takes stepmoms from hopeless to happy.2023-12-0528 minStepmomming Made EasyEP 32: 5 WRONG Ways to be a Happier StepmomI've said it before, and I'll say it again and again: stepparenting is not intuitive. Learning how to navigate this tricky role can be SO challenging! Before defining my role and finding my pacing as a stepmom, I made a lot of missteps. Today, I'm sharing 5 WRONG ways to be a happier stepmom. I have done every single one of these thinking it would make me happier, but that happiness was fleeting. Thankfully, today I’ve learned much better skills for giving me lasting happiness as a stepmom.If you’re gu...2023-10-3113 min
The Stepmom Diaries Podcast73. Whether you'd do it all again, with Beth McDonough of The Inclusive StepmomToday I'm talking to Beth McDonough, my partner in Stepfamily Magazine, which includes the Stepmom Summit, the Stepfamily Circle Membership, and our upcoming Stepmom Retreat (we still have one spot for you if you're looking for a getaway!). In this episode, you'll get a sneak peek into how we work, as we shoot the breeze talking about all the things - especially what we'd go back and tell our younger selves as new stepmoms. About Beth: Beth McDonough is a badass stepmom coach and happens to be my business partner over at Stepfamily...2023-10-1929 min
Real Happy Mom[211] Tips to Go From Stressed to Having Fun as a Stepmom with Michaela BucchianeriSend us a textApproximately 1/3 of all weddings in America today form in stepfamilies. More and more women are becoming stepmom. Unfortunately, the stereotypes about stepmoms aren't what many moms aspire to be—and functioning well as a stepmom is challenging and unique. So, I contacted today's guest—Michaela Bucchianeri, to help us out. Mikayla is a clinical psychologist, speaker, and coach who blends the science of psychology and the art of stepmom eating. Mikayla explicitly helps women in this unique role to create a stepmom identity that's all their own. Whether...2023-09-0525 min
The Stepmom Side Podcast#1: Finding My Place: Becoming a Stepmom, Navigating Insecurities, and Embracing the ChaosWelcome to the very first episode of The Stepmom Side Podcast! In this introductory episode, Alicia, the host and Stepmom Coach, dives into her journey—from her small-town Iowa roots to her current life as a stepmom in Michigan. If you follow her on Instagram, you already know this episode has been a bit daunting for her. Talking about stepmom life? Easy. Talking about herself? Eh, not as much! But here we go, and she’s spilling all the tea on her life, her family, and how she’s navigated the ups and downs of being a stepmom.K...2023-07-1833 min