Blended Family Podcast

Dr. Jennelle is a PhD Psychologist and Relationship Advisor working with individuals and couples who want to improve communication, collaboration, and harmony in their relationships. Dr. Jennelle focuses on non traditional relationships and family structures, helping to navigate the challenges in these complex dynamics by developing skills that lead to stronger partnerships, better parenting, and greater peace. She joins me to talk about her personal experience with a same sex relationship and marriage.

Halloween is a perfect time to talk about disguises! People put on masks on a daily basis to cover up who they really are, or what they struggle with emotionally. Living authentically is the only way to overcome this. How can we help others who haven’t figured this out?

Spirituality is not a topic often discussed here at the blended family podcast, but it is becoming a popular practice. Learn how spirituality can help you and your blended family grow. Also learn how to determine if someone you love is an empath or a highly sensitive person, and what that means. We also talk about vibration, and how to elevate it.

We all have exes, and many of us are dealing with exes who are difficult and uncooperative. Since there is not much we can do to change who they are or what they act like, we can only focus on ourselves. There are things we can do to make these interactions more pleasant.

There are many emotions that a non custodial parent feels. Many people think it is an easy role, but they forget that it’s not always the wanted role. Many non custodial parents wish things were otherwise. In this show I share what these emotions are., I also I give 5 tips for both custodial parents and the partners of non custodials to help those in the non custodial position. And some special words of encouragement for my fellow non custodial parents.

Anna Seewald is the founder of Authentic Parenting®. She is a speaker, author and a parent educator. She also has a popular Podcast on iTunes called Authentic Moments. Today she is supporting parents around the world by moving from traditional ways of parenting into more peaceful, conscious ways by making sense of their past life experiences, healing from trauma, building effective communication, practicing non- punitive discipline and setting limits with love and kindness.

Becoming a more authentic person is something mostly everyone struggles with. In this show we cover what you need to know, including What it means to be authentic Why do people struggle with authenticity Children and authenticity What it looks like to be authentic What it looks like to be someone who is not authentic Blended families and authenticity How to become more authentic And more

Hurricane Irma came through my state and left her mark. However, Florida will come out stronger after all this. The same can be said with the storms of life. We all go through hard times, but when we can find the gift or lesson in the storm, we can overcome anything. Also, an interview with Anna DeAcosta, the creator of the fabulous album The Mindful Stepmom, Guided Meditations for Peace and Flow in your Blended Family.

Because of hurricane Irrma, there is not a topic this week. My family and I have been preparing for this storm, as it is threatening to hit my state of Florida. In the meantime, listen to my special song by songfinch, that was created for my bonus children! See the lyrics below!  

Meeting your new partner's extended family can cause a lot of anxiety. You might not be sure of how you will be received. This week, I talk about how to cope with meeting new family members, such as in laws, siblings, cousins, etc.

In this episode, Sibel Guelseren helps me with some common issues of teenagers and sexuality, as well as helps me answer some listener questions. We talk about Differing parenting styles surrounding sexual education How to communicate with your kids about sex How to help our children go through puberty Sexual attraction between step siblings Setting boundaries and structure for pubescent children Teenagers clothing choices Boundaries around sleepovers And more!

Finding and achieving happiness is something many of us work on every day. Being part of a blended family can make you feel at times like happiness is impossible to find. In this episode I share my top ten happiness boosters. Be happy NOW, because now is all we have!

Accepting a step parent into your child's life can be difficult for many reasons. In this episode I explain why, and I will give you some ground rules to follow.

This episode I talk about some of my own recent struggles, and what I’ve learned from them. Plus I answer some listener questions.

135-Estate planning for blended families, with Katie Brewer