Season 8: Episode 13: When your partner was never married to the mom and why stepmoms are the worst with guest, Shayla
Christina chats with Shayla about how dynamics are just different when your partner was never married to the mom. There was no wedding, no long history... what unique issues does this bring up? Shayla shares about the custody loss for 50/50, feeling protective of your partner and the frustration with “single” moms. Why do exes get more upset after you're married? How do you “love them like your own” but not too much? Shayla also discusses her unexplained fertility journey and shares a message to the stepmoms who can relate to her journey. Listen in! About My Guest: Hi! I’m Shayla, a 28 year old wife and step mom to an amazing 7 year old boy! Being a step mom is one of my favorite roles in life, even with all of the ups and downs that come with it. My husband and I have been trying to have an “ours” baby since we got married in 2023 and are currently waiting for our second frozen embryo transfer which will hopefully be happening in April or May. I love sharing my story on social media and connecting with other women with similar stories! It’s my goal that every woman has a place to feel safe and seen.Find her on IG: @shaydempSo much more than a podcast!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastNeed some extra support? Schedule with Christina!Become a Member of the Rad Community and meet other stepmoms!www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com
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Season 8: Episode 12: Blending and swirling...Stepmothering in an interracial family with guest, Katherine
Christina welcomes Katherine to share her story of blending into an interracial family. What happens when your mother-in-law isn’t happy you’re white? How do you find confidence in your stepmom role when it’s clear you’re not the mom? Christina and Katherine discuss positive relationships with the ex, bringing home an ours baby and so much more. Listen in! So much more than a podcast!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastNeed some extra support? Schedule with Christina!Become a Member of the Rad Community and meet other stepmoms!www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com
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Season 8: Episode 11: Navigating the nuances of a queer blended family with guest, Nicole
Christina welcomes Nicole to chat about the dynamics of being in a queer blended family and balancing boundaries with compassion. Nicole shares when her optimism for a peace was confronted with the reality of conflict and how she remains authentic even when the other co-parent is watching. How does her stepdaughter feel about having 4 moms? What is Nicole striving for now? Listen in! About My GuestHello, I'm Nicole! I'm a wife in a queer relationship and a stepmom of 4 years to a beautiful 6 year old girl. I work in the social work field with children and families. I enjoy reading, hiking, sand volleyball and a good margarita. I take pride in myself for bringing to this stepmom journey consistency, organization and great listening skills.Instagram: jean_shorts88So much more than a podcast!!!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastNeed some extra support? Schedule with Christina!Become a Member of the Rad Community and meet other stepmoms!www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com
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Season 8: Episode 10: : The difficulties in blending, your threshold for bullshit and when to say “it’s not for me.” with guest, Courtney
Christina welcomes Courtney who shares her reflections on stepmotherhood. Courtney, a BM and stepmom, discusses the red flags she didn’t see in her relationship, the thresholds of bullshit she uncovered and when she realized it was time to leave. What is a non-negotiable when it comes to blending a family? How do you forgive yourself for not seeing it sooner? Listen in! So much more than a podcast!!!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastNeed some extra support? Schedule with Christina!Want to meet other rad stepmoms, and get access to exclusive content? Become a Member!www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com
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Season 8: Episode 9: Taking up space and finding your voice. A stepmom's guide to existing with guest, Kelly
Christina welcomes Kelly to discuss stepmom identity and finding your voice. We’ve all experienced situations that have made us feel small or ignored. Did your SK not include you in their family project? Does the ex completely ignore you? What do your stepkids call you and how does it make you feel? Kelly and Christina chat about it all and more! Listen in! About My Guest: Kelly Christ is a writer, teacher, blogger and radio host who has dedicated much of her life to reinventing herself--one trivial pursuit at a time. She writes and speaks about letting go--if only to learn how to do it herself. She married the man of her dreams (in a pandemic) and is a stepmom to two high schoolers.Find her on IG @kellyachristMentioned in this Episode: Essays on Stepmotherhood and Letting GoStoop Storytelling Stepmom StorySo much more than a podcast!!!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastNeed some 1:1 support? Schedule with ChristinaWant more community? Become a Rad Member!www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com
Radical Stepmoms is a podcast about the good, bad and really ugly moments about raising a child that you didn’t create. Here I’ll discuss the realities of co-parenting, the ways stepmother hood affects a marriage, the relationship with our step kids and most of all... navigating the relationship with ourselves. I want each episode to leave you feeling validated, empowered and oh-so radical, so pour yourself a la croix, a glass of red...or whatever, and listen in on Radical Stepmoms.
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