358: Mother's Day Doesn't Have to Suck

Mother's Day is almost here, and stepmoms everywhere are bracing for the rollercoaster of emotions that this Hallmark holiday can bring. In this honest, lighthearted episode, Lori & David break down the myths, expectations, and real stories behind recognition, or lack thereof, on Mother's Day and Stepmother's Day in blended families. In this episode: Why communication about expectations is crucial (hint: don't assume your partner or stepkids know what you want!) How to navigate feelings of disappointment or being overlooked, and practical tips to prevent "getting butt hurt twice" Real-life experiences with gifts, love languages, and candid stories about not being recognized—and creative ways stepmoms can celebrate themselves The history behind Mother's Day and why even its founder came to regret it Advice on handling grief and mixed emotions if you're missing your own mom or struggling with the holiday Whether you're a stepmom, stepdad, or simply navigating new traditions in your blended family, this is your annual reminder to communicate with your partner, lower expectations and appreciate yourself for all you do.

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358: Mother's Day Doesn't Have to Suck is an episode from The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver by Lori Sims & David Sims.

This episode is 21:47 long.

This episode was published on Apr 10, 2026.

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