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We're Mike and Kim Anderson. We set out on our blended family adventure over 20 years ago thinking it would be a cinch…but quickly found out how complicated things can be. Following a painfu...
In this episode, we sit down with our friend Gayla Grace for a deeply encouraging conversation about what it really takes to build a strong...
Resources from this episode Episode 235. Stepparenting Takes Two: How to Build Connection and Avoid Common Wrong Turns Episode 103. 4 Reveal...
When we got married, we stepped into blended family life with a lot of hope, but also a lot of unrealistic expectations. We thought connecti...
Resources Episode 234. Caught in the Negative? How to Reframe Painful Moments and Regain Hope Episode 106. How to Avoid "Outlaw Words" [with...
The reality is, blended family life gives us plenty of painful moments to get caught up in: tension with an ex, a hard interaction with a st...
Resources Get your FREE copy of Blended Family Finances (limited offer) by Brian K. Peterson To connect with Brian, CLICK HERE (Endurance Fi...
Money is a hard topic for any couple, but in a blended family, it often carries even more weight. It’s rarely just about numbers. It’s about...
Resources Episode 232. 5 Principles to Manage Contact Between Homes and Promote Your Child's Wellbeing Article from Navesink Wellness C...
If you’ve ever wrestled with the question, “How often should my child be in contact with their other parent during my time?” , you've p...
Resources Episode 231. When Your Ex Starts Dating: How to Handle their New Partner and Protect Your Kids Episode 170. Co-Parenting Pitfalls...
If you’ve ever felt that jolt of panic when your child shares that they've been spending time with "daddy's new girlfriend" or "mo...
Resources Episode 230. Everyday Decisions, Big Tension: The Hurtful Patterns That Create Blended Family Division Episode 203. How to Make Be...
Ever tried to make a seemingly straightforward family decision (something that should be easy) only to feel the tension rise, opinions harde...
Resources Episode 167. Achievable Strategies to Make Your Marriage the Foundation of Your Blended Family Episode 206. Avoid These 5 Common P...
If you’ve ever watched your child’s mood shift the moment they step into a handoff… Or felt the sting of being kept at arm’s length for reas...
Resources Last week's episode : Episode 228. How 4 Simple Steps Can Transform Your Family's Struggles into Amazing Wins This Year...
Those of us facing the common challenges of blending often feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or discouraged. It’s easy to drift into survival mo...
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Do you ever spend time reminiscing? We seem to think back a lot from our current empty next vantage point. It can be great to recall some of...
Questions to Ask Yourself Am I continuing to engage in “first-family” activities with my ex (even though we’re divorced), mainly because I’m...
If you’re co-parenting between two homes, you already know: your kids are watching everything . How you talk about their other parent, handl...
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You want this season to feel special for your blended family. But instead of joy, you’re feeling grumpy, anxious, or even a little hopeless....
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The holidays can turn magical… …or messy! This is especially true when two households, multiple calendars, and big expectations collide. You...
You’re the parent, or stepparent, who wants less conflict and more connection. But a child’s resistance, sarcasm, isolation, or hurtful word...
We know that pushback moments can sting. Eye rolls, refusals, accusations, or shutting down are all things kids in blended families can tend...
Resources Episode 221. Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show...
Blended family couples often carry unprocessed pain and can slip into patterns of “autopilot", which fuels disconnection and discouragement....
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Have you ever experienced an awkward "stepfamily moment" in public? Like when someone notices that you and your child have different last na...
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Over our 24 years of blending, we’ve discovered that every couple needs a clear strategy to get unstuck and move toward the family future th...
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If you’ve ever felt like the values you’re trying to instill in your kids get undone the moment they step into the other home, you’re not al...
Resources Surviving & Thriving in Stepfamily Relationships by Patricia Papernow Episode 217. Feeling Overwhelmed and Powerless? How to Regai...
If you’ve ever wondered why blending a family feels so hard—even when you're "doing everything right"—this episode is for you. In today...
Resources Episode 36. How to Change Your "Stories" and Grow Connection [with Mark Warren] Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like u...
If you're feeling stuck in a blended family marriage that’s filled with constant conflict, emotional disconnection, or overwhelming str...
Resources Episode 215. Does Your Relationship Feel Hopeless? Why Giving Up Might Not Be the Answer The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman Epis...
In this important episode, we’re talking to the spouse who feels stuck, discouraged, or even ready to throw in the towel. We get it. We’ve b...
Resources Episode 214. Does Permissive Parenting Help or Hurt? Discover How to Know and Grow Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by Joh...
In this episode, we're getting real about something that so many blended family parents struggle with: permissive parenting driven by g...
Resource Episode 213. Discover How to Better Understand and Connect with Children of Divorce [with Lauren Reitsema] Suggest a Topic or Ask a...
What a privilege to have Lauren Reitsema back on the show to dive deeper into how we can authentically bond and connect with kids who are na...
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In this episode, we’re tackling one of the most emotionally charged challenges for blended families: navigating co-parenting dynamics and ne...
Resources Episode 210. Is Your Child Pulling Away? Here's How to Respond with Wisdom and Love Episode 211. 8 Warning Signs Your Ex is M...
We know how heartbreaking it can be when your child starts pulling away from you. It can leave you wondering if your ex is negatively influe...
Resources Episode 210. Is Your Child Pulling Away? Here's How to Respond with Wisdom and Love Episode 207. 4 Big Myths About Parenting...