Today we’re talking about money. Stop! Don’t run away! Hear us out. With blended families, there’s bound to be talk about money. Whether it’s a savings account for the kids, child support, a prenuptial agreement with a new spouse, or splitting things with an ex – money conversations must be had. And for many of […]
An Early Tribute for Father’s Day
In just days, we will be scrolling through endless posts of those recognizing fathers, husbands, brothers, uncles and sons. Those still with us and those who have passed. Those we wish we knew better and those who stepped up when someone else couldn’t. And so, I chose today, a little early, to acknowledge one special […]
Everything Always Episode 22: What This Stepmom Wants You To Know
To honor all the moms and step-moms for Mother’s Day, I wanted to do an episode on what we think but don’t often say about our blended family experience. When I speak to new step-moms, I often get an exasperated sigh followed by some version of, “I didn’t sign up for this!” The truth is, […]
Becoming a Stepmom with Heather Stewart
Many Everything Always listeners are writing in to let us know that they are childless step-parents seeking better ways to navigate their new role. That’s why I’m so excited to have Heather Stewart on the show to talk about all the different facets of this rewarding – and sometimes challenging – position within a blended […]
Thriving After Divorce with Toby Hazelwood
Today I’m interviewing Toby Hazlewood an author, freelance writer, father, husband and project manager. He has written on topics including parenting, personal development, modern-life, culture and entrepreneurship. As founder of Divorced Lifestyle Design, Toby is passionate about inspiring those who are working through divorce or separation to choose to thrive rather than merely survive after […]
Everything Always Episode 13: Real Talk from a Step Mom
Welcome back to the Everything Always podcast! Today, we have a guest on the show that will have all you step-parents nodding in agreement – Ashley Coleman. Ashley is the content manager and writer for stepmomming.com and has a ton of great insights about the step-parenting experience. Ashley has two step-daughters, no kids of her […]