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When Jamie couldn't find the stepmom support and conversations she was looking for, she decided to create her own. Each week, Jamie Scrimgeour brings you real life conversations about blended family, relationships, personal development and more. With tips, strategies, mindset shifts and KICK-ASS Guests, Jamie’s goal is to inspire you to live your own version of a KICK-ASS Life while bringing you along as she creates her own.
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The Divorce Podcast is a podcast dedicated to looking at divorce from new perspectives and driving reform. Hosted by Kate Daly, each episode invites experts from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines to discuss their own views on divorce, and debate them with the other guests. Shortlisted for the British Podcast Awards 2025.
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Relationships Uncomplicated

Idit Sharoni, LMFT Relationship Expert and Affair Recovery Specialist

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Relationship expert Idit Sharoni, LMFT is bringing you invaluable relationship advice to help your relationship thrive. Idit is a couples therapist in Miami, Florida running Relationship experts - a successful private practice and an online Infidelity Recovery Program . She takes pride in helping people improve their relationships or heal after infidelity. This show is all about un-complicating and demystifying social messages about relationships while offering easy-to-apply tips and ideas a ...
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Co-Parenting is the relationship that never ends. If your ex is difficult to deal with, if you are experiencing high-conflict and/or the children are being hurt by the behavior of your ex partner, then this show is for you. You may not be able to change them but you CAN change everything that your child needs to be healthy and happy. Listen in as Charlie and Brook discuss the principles, tools and techniques available in order to create peace in high conflict co-parenting relationships.
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Meadow DeVor Podcast

Meadow DeVor

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Avoid narcissists. Protect yourself. Gain back your power. Learn to recognize narcissistic manipulation, see it clearly as it’s happening, and respond in ways that shut it down. I’ve spent the last twenty years researching self-worth and narcissistic relationships. As a coach, author, and survivor myself, I teach simple systems to help empower you in any situation. Here, you’ll learn how to: 🔍 Spot narcissistic red flags early 🛡️ Protect your time, energy, and self-worth 💬 Respond with clari ...
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Do you find yourself googling for "Stepmom help" or "Stepmom struggles" more than you'd care to admit? If so, you're in the right place. The Stepmom Side Podcast is a conversational podcast about being a Stepmom and what that actually looks like. Host Alicia Krasko covers everything from part-time, full-time, to being an empty nester as a Stepmom. Every week, you'll get a bit of humor, advice, and a conversation that will have you taking an objective look at how you're showing up. You can ex ...
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Co-Parenting with Confidence

Mikki Gardner Coaching

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Co-Parenting with Confidence is the podcast for courageous moms who want to move past the conflict and frustration of divorce so they can become a confident co-parent and an amazing example to their children. Join Mikki Gardner, Certified Life and Conscious Parenting Coach (as well as mom of 1 son and 2 bonus sons), as she shares actionable steps and proven strategies that you can use to build healthier relationships, develop a more resilient mindset, and gain the skills you need to co-paren ...
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I’m Jodi Grace—a stepmom, wife, and co-parent showing up for the hard conversations. On this podcast, we explore what it really takes to raise kids across households—with empathy, resilience, and a whole lot of grace.
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Scott Levin is a divorce attorney and divorce financial expert who has dedicated his career to helping couples and parents resolve disputes through mediation so they stay out of court and stay in control. Protecting children is at the heart of Scott's work as a mediation divorce specialist. Scott shares tips and advice for couples and parents wanting to learn how to divorce amicably without going to court. As a family law attorney in San Diego, California, Scott has more than two decades of ...
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Welcome to The Co-Parenting Corner, a safe haven platform with the heart to provide education and promote healthy actions, attitudes and communication between the co-parenting parties especially young parents that need solid information, instruction, and insight as they navigate the delicate world of co-parenting! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecoparentingcorner/support
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The Restart Academy Podcast: Your Safe Space for the Real Conversations About Divorce Recovery This podcast is for divorced women who are rebuilding their lives after devastating divorces. If you've been searching for a place where you can finally have the real conversations - the controversial ones, the embarrassing questions, the messy truths about what it's actually like to heal and rebuild after your marriage ends - you've found your safe space. Hosted by Temi Samuel, a wellness coach wh ...
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Doing Relationships Right

Jennifer Hurvitz: Relationship Expert + Dating Coach + Author

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Join Jennifer Hurvitz on the Doing Relationships Right Podcast as she takes you on a journey through the rollercoaster of love, providing valuable insights and practical advice along the way. With an emphasis on self-improvement and personal growth, this podcast is your guide to navigating breakups, building resilience, and finding the right partner for a fulfilling and healthy relationship.
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The Sensible Split is a podcast designed to empower women going through divorce to successfully engage in the legal process, reduce and manage conflict, navigate the logistics of the transition, and reach the other side of divorce feeling confident and content. Whether you are pre-, mid-, or post-divorce, you can get past what you're feeling right now, and reach a place of peace and happiness on the other side, and this podcast will help. Join Master Certified Life and Divorce Coach, Divorce ...
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The Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast is your trusted companion through every stage of divorce—emotional, legal, financial, and parental. With over nine years of impactful episodes, this top-ranked podcast supports men and women navigating the challenges of divorce, especially those facing high-conflict dynamics, co-parenting struggles, emotional overwhelm, or legal uncertainty. Hosted by Karen McMahon, Certified Divorce Coach® and founder of Journey Beyond Divorce, the show offers strategic gu ...
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Counsel & Community

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Counsel and Community is a podcast where legal insights meet real-life impact. Hosted by Kevin Rosenquist, the show features practical guidance on navigating legal challenges while offering tips for personal growth and financial well-being.
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A podcast for parents navigating the hardest kind of co-parenting—when every message feels like a minefield, and peace feels out of reach. If you’re stuck in a high-conflict divorce or custody situation, this show is your lifeline. Whether you’re dealing with a narcissistic co-parent, covert manipulation, or the exhaustion of constant conflict, you’re not alone—and you’re not powerless. Coparenting Beyond Conflict gives you practical tools, expert insights, and compassionate support to help ...
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My Crazy Divorce

OurDivorce.com

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Think your divorce was bad? Well buckle up, because whatever happened to you is probably nothing compared to these crazy divorce stories. Join Tom Milligan every week as a new guest teaches all of us how NOT to get a divorce. If you’re already divorced, you’ll feel better about your experience. If you’re considering a divorce, you’ll learn from the mistakes of others. If you’re happily married...just give it time. Whether you’re here to learn or you just need a good laugh, don’t miss My Craz ...
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Life could be like one giant video game, except instead of having the ability to acquire multiple lives, you only get one. Brandon at one point lived his life on the extreme edge, constantly flirting with a longer prison sentence or death. Everyone's story is unique and leads you to where you are today. Not a firm believer in coincidence, Brandon breaks down and shares some of the things he has encountered along the way. As well as the things that have helped him become what he is today. A h ...
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This podcast is a real, unfiltered look at what it means to be a dad today. We dive into the emotional, logistical, and often messy realities of co-parenting, from navigating strained dynamics to showing up consistently for your kids. Each episode offers honest conversations, practical tips, and a bit of humor to help you stay grounded, connected, and resilient. Whether it’s building a support system, managing your own well-being, or learning how to be fully present, The Devolution of Dad is ...
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Welcome to "The Divorced Woman's Guide," a transformative podcast that illuminates how your divorce is a gift, unfolding as an opportunity for awakening and personal growth. Join us on this empowering journey of self-discovery as we explore how your divorce happens for you, serving as a catalyst to embody your true self and awaken to a higher level of consciousness. Discover the importance of putting yourself first, recognizing your inherent worth, nurturing self-love, and embracing uncondit ...
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Past Chaos

April Kirk & Roy Farner

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April and Roy, stars of TLC's "You, Me & My Ex" and the hosts of Past Chaos, take you on a journey through marriage, divorce, coparenting and so much more! Listen as this ex-wife and ex-husband discuss the trials, tribulations, and triumphs they encountered while they built a positive relationship and productive communication after divorce. These two exes can be like oil and vinegar, but at the end of the day they share a very strong bond - parenthood. Together they want to build a community ...
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The Legal Sip

Hannah & Maggie

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Join best friends Maggie and Hannah as they dive into the world of family law with a mix of legal expertise and real-life insight. Maggie, a seasoned lawyer, brings the legal breakdowns, while Hannah, the non-lawyer, provides an everyday perspective on complex family dynamics. Together, they unpack real family law cases, share intriguing stories, and discuss the emotional and legal twists behind some of the toughest family challenges. Whether you're curious about custody battles, divorce dra ...
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Co-Parent Dilemmas

Diane Dierks & Rick Voyles

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There are at least two sides to every conflict, and when it's between divorced or separated parents, sparks can fly. In each episode, co-parenting experts Diane Dierks and Rick Voyles answer listener questions and talk about the benefits and risks of letting go vs. holding on to the conflict in a variety of complex topics facing co-parents today. Do you hold on for the sake of the children or let go for the same reason? Episodes are released every Sunday at noon. Listeners can email diane@cp ...
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Becoming a parent is one of life’s greatest gifts, yet it can also be stressful, exhausting, and extremely isolating... but YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Consider this podcast the first step in building your parental support system, while listening to vulnerably honest stories from parents who know exactly what you’re going through. Yes, this is a parenting podcast; and while we do discuss issues that revolve around life with kids, we focus more on the life of a human... who happens to be a parent, and ...
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For every woman who’s been love-bombed, gaslit, and manipulated — this is where you’re called to rise. Hosted by Abuse Recovery Coach Meaghan Webster, this show is where truth meets transformation. No fluff. No fear. Just raw honesty, real stories, and relentless hope. You’ll get the tools, strategy, and soul work to learn how to set yourself free, break the trauma bond, rebuild a life you love, and become the version of you a narcissist could never touch. It’s not just about leaving — it’s ...
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Amazing Relationships Podcast: Inspiring Love and Possibility features behind the scenes interviews of people who have created turn-arounds in their relationships, relationship q&a coaching sessions, and input from world-renowned relationship experts on what it takes to have thriving relationships. Your hosts Peter and Jennifer Diepstraten, husband and wife team and co-Founders of FamilyCo, designed this podcast to show you that it really is POSSIBLE to have deep, connected relationships and ...
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The CoCo Blend Podcast is a podcast for moms of faith who are tired of unnecessary conflicts/drama. Moms who are seeking a positive shift and eager to embrace harmonious and healthy co-parenting in their blended families.A podcast that aims to shatter the misconception that black parents cannot co-parent without drama.Join us as we navigate through insightful conversations and empowering stories, while redefining the norms and celebrating the strength of united co-parenting.
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We always say that it takes a village to raise a kid. But, what about the parents? Do you think all your present knowledge is enough for all the parenting shenanigans you’ll encounter? But, not to worry! Raising Parents is here to help you out! That’s why Parenting Science Labs, a division of LMSL, the Life Management Science Labs, has created Raising Parents: The parenting science insights podcast. We know that being a parent is a never-ending educational experience, so we invited guests ex ...
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If you are separating or divorcing, this podcast is for you. Our host, Tamsin Caine is a Chartered Financial Planner and divorce specialist. Across the series, we speak to divorce professionals, divorcees, coaches, domestic abuse specialists, victim survivors and many others who we think would be of interest to you if you are thinking about separating, have separated, are going through divorce or are post divorce. There is also lots of information if you are supporting a friend through divor ...
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Welcome to the Divorced But Not Dead Yet Podcast. This is not a how to podcast, it’s a going through. Join me on my journey to and through divorce. Together we will laugh, cry and not just survive, but learn to thrive post divorce.
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Welcome to *Children First Family Law*, a podcast dedicated to transforming the way families navigate the challenging landscape of divorce. In an industry too often focused on litigation, financial battles, and a war-like approach, we advocate for a radical shift in priorities—putting the well-being of children at the forefront. Join us as we explore how to handle divorce in a way that protects children from the collateral damage of parental conflict and legal battles. We offer resources, in ...
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When Split Happens

Jay Henderlite

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When Split Happens is your go-to podcast for navigating the emotional, legal, and financial complexities of divorce and family law. Hosted by Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite, each episode cuts through the confusion with straight talk, expert insight, and real-world stories. Whether you're facing custody battles, property division, alimony, or co-parenting challenges, Jay brings clarity to the process, turning what feels like chaos into actionable next steps. Sasso Guerrero & He ...
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Discuss topics related to relationships, friendships, family, world/community issues, mental health, women empowerment, generational issues, personal advice plus more! Feel free to send voice messages for personal advice request and topic ideas by downloading the ANCHOR app, subscribing to my podcast show & using the voicemail tab! ✨
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Mom life and Montessori

Jelena from SunshineReconnect

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There is a fine line between life's ebbs and flows and chaos. If you're feeling overwhelmed with your little kiddo, then this podcast is for you. We'll dive into some deep stuff to reprogram the way you're experiencing emotions so that you can guide your child towards emotional intelligence. And we'll also dive into day to day practical tools that will change your life. Hint: Montessori is involved! Let's turn the cloudy chaos into a sunny flow.
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Powered by RichSingleMomma.com. Conversations for and about single moms who are ready to thrive and not just survive financially, mentally, and spiritually. Features interviews with successful single moms, financial and legal professionals, and personal development coaches. Get the show notes, watch the video version, and download the free budget worksheet at richsinglemomma.com! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/richsinglemomma/support
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Co-parenting with a narcissist isn’t parenting, it’s emotional endurance while protecting your child from instability they didn’t create. In this episode, I break down why co-parenting is impossible with an unregulated partner, how parallel parenting keeps you sane, and why RANGE communication protects your nervous system better than grey rock ever…
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In this conversation, Dr. Karalynn Royster discusses her journey into the field of co-parenting and high-conflict divorce, emphasizing the importance of supporting both parents and children through these challenging dynamics. She delves into the concept of gaslighting, its implications in co-parenting, and how parents can recognize and address it. …
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In this episode of the Children First Family Law®️ podcast, Krista continues the tech tools for coparents series with a deep dive into Our Family Wizard, one of the most established and widely adopted communication platforms in family law. She interviews Elle Barr, a former family law attorney, longtime guardian ad litem, and current Education Coor…
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Send us a text In this week’s episode of The CoCo Blend Podcast, Jamie sits down with Vanessa Martindale for a powerful, spiritually grounded conversation about co-parenting, healing, and seeing difficult relationships through God’s eyes. Vanessa opens up about a season of her life that felt like “hell,” and how shifting her perspective helped her …
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Episode Summary: In this episode, Sarah Green and Brett Nelson share practical insights on navigating co-parenting challenges after divorce. They explain the most common mistakes parents make when trying to “win” custody battles, how toxic communication affects children, and why keeping the child’s best interest at the center is key. From tools tha…
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Is your partner’s past still taking up space in your present-day relationship? You’re not alone—and you’re not crazy. Whether it's memories of the ex, old traditions, or constant reminders of “how things used to be,” retroactive jealousy and emotional triggers are real in stepmom life. In this episode, we’re unpacking the emotional weight of feelin…
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Send us a text In this week’s episode of The CoCo Blend Podcast, Jamie Newton-Knight opens the December series: Co-Parenting Through Christmas: Creating Holiday Joy Without the Stress. Today’s conversation centers on a powerful and honest truth — the holidays can activate emotional triggers we didn’t expect, especially when navigating co-parenting,…
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Darren and I share some hilarious (and embarrassing) stories from the last 12 years. Like the time I hid behind a fence from the ex, meeting the kids, dressing the same as the ex, the proposal story, and more about those early stepmom days. We also share more BTS from the "no kids in the bedroom" rule that made the internet go wild. Subscribe to my…
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In this episode of the Children First Family Law®️ podcast, Krista breaks down the leading reasons parents lose custody or experience restrictions on parenting time in Colorado. Drawing on her work as a child advocate and family law attorney, Krista explains how judges evaluate safety, stability, mental health, and co-parenting behaviors when decid…
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In this powerful episode, Brook Olsen is joined by attorney and author Kerrie Droban Zhivago to unpack the terrifying yet often hidden reality of dealing with a partner who exhibits psychopathic traits. Drawing from her book Surviving a Psychopath, Kerrie shares hard-earned insights on how to recognize psychological abuse, protect yourself in court…
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Send us a text We explore how to support kids through holiday ambivalence without putting them in the middle, and why naming, validating, and coping rituals reduce stress for both kids and parents. We reframe “bad behavior” as stress signals, unpack loyalty pulls, and share simple connection rituals that steady transitions. • normalizing mixed feel…
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Send us a text Tamsin speaks to actuary and head of Mathieson Consulting, Jonathan Galbraith about the complications of uniformed pensions and dividing them on divorce. If you or your spouse have this type of pension, this is an essential listen! Jonathan Galbraith Jonathan Galbraith is the CEO of Mathieson Consulting and Pensions on Divorce Expert…
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In this episode, host Sarah Stancombe talks with Educational Psychology expert Rachael Cody, Ph.D. about self-discovery, values, identity, and future planning—and why these concepts are essential for children and students. Rachael Cody, Ph.D., who holds a PhD from the University of Connecticut and is currently a postdoctoral scholar at Oregon State…
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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, I'm speaking directly to the men who are walking through the intensity of high conflict divorce — the pressure, the triggers, the confusion, and the deep internal unraveling that often comes with it. Men in high conflict divorce are asked to hold an extraordinary amount: to respond instead of r…
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This episode is about the loneliness women feel inside of relationships and how that loneliness can cut deeper than anything else, even when someone is sitting right next to you. If you've been moving through your days feeling invisible, misunderstood, or emotionally starved inside your own home, please hear me when I say this: you are not alone. L…
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Episode Summary: Sarah Green shares insights on the importance of allowing opportunities to come to us rather than constantly seeking them out. She reflects on her personal journey, including fostering children, transitioning into energy work, navigating divorce, and stepping into a space of receptiveness. Sarah emphasizes the power of rest, receiv…
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This is a recording of an Online Webinar presentation in which Scott Levin and Daniel Yasharel provided insight to other attorneys, financial experts, and families navigating marriage, separation, divorce, property, or inheritance decisions. Presenters: Scott Levin CDFA Esq - California Prenup Attorney Expert — Divorce Mediator (not practicing law)…
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This episode strips the fantasy out of dating and brings you back into your body with discernment, self-respect, dark feminine intuition, and the standards that stop you from spiraling back into men who drain you. You’re going to learn how to stay soft without being stupid, how to hear your nervous system before your mind rationalizes, and how to h…
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This week, Kate is joined by Majo Torreli, a somatic (body-based) coach, to unpack how you can ‘listen to your gut’ when it comes to relationships. Love, somatics and self-trust Majo opens up about how her own journey through relationships and breakups sparked a deep interest in somatics - ultimately guiding her toward becoming a somatic coach. In …
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When you thought things would finally get easier once they were grown… but your adult stepkids still make you feel like an outsider. In this episode, Alicia digs into what’s really going on when adult stepkids won’t accept you — and how to stop tying your peace to their approval. She shares the emotional layers behind this rejection, why it’s not a…
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Send us a text This week on The CoCo Blend Podcast, Jamie Newton-Knight reflects on the hidden pressure so many of us carry during the holiday season — the pressure to overperform, overextend, and overdeliver… even when our bodies, hearts, and spirits are exhausted. From staying up late to cook “traditional” meals for small families, to house-hoppi…
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AI is officially in the room. In this roundtable, I sit down with our Relationship Experts team to unpack how tools like ChatGPT are showing up inside real relationships. We explore Dr. Shirley Glass's "walls and windows" model and ask a crucial question: Is AI helping you open the window between you and your partner, or is it becoming a new window…
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It can often feel in our society, especially for stepmoms, like we have to live in our masculine energy in order to survive. Clinical psychologist Dr. Amanda Hanson wants to dispel that myth. We’ll talk about the importance of embracing your feminine energy, finding the courage to surrender within your relationships, tangible steps you can take to …
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In this episode of the Children First Family Law® podcast, Krista opens the first installment of a recurring series on divorce and money, an area she rarely tackles but one that powerfully shapes children’s lives. To launch the series, she welcomes Colorado-based mortgage and divorce finance expert Todd Huetner, known nationally as the “divorce CFO…
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The holidays don’t calm a narcissist… they supercharge their manipulation. In this episode, I break down why December becomes emotional warfare for women living with or leaving narcissistic partners. You’ll learn how they weaponize stress, family, finances, and image, why your nervous system braces the second the season starts, and how to protect y…
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Send us a text We explore how a therapist-led, process-oriented divorce recovery group helps women move through grief, confront shame, and build real co-parenting skills when conflict runs high. Join us for the bonus conversation with Dr. Kristen Hick (Center for Shared Insight). Along the way we name false summits, choose the right hills to die on…
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Enjoy this encore episode as I walk you through a big one: navigating the holidays during divorce. The holidays can feel like walking an emotional tightrope while trying to hold onto some joy. Whether it's your first holiday season after divorce, your last one as a family before separating, or you've been navigating holidays in divorce for a while,…
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Episode Summary: Blending families after divorce can be one of the most rewarding—and most challenging—experiences for parents and children. In this episode, Sarah Green and Brett Nelson share practical guidance on timing, communication, and emotional awareness when introducing new partners and step-parenting. They break down the risks of moving to…
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Self-trust is the hinge that determines who you date, what you tolerate, and whether you abandon yourself or honor yourself. This episode walks you through rebuilding the internal compass that trauma shattered. The part of you that knows, feels, and senses truth before your logical mind can catch up. You're tired of second-guessing every signal, co…
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In this encore episode, I'm diving into the real differences between positive thinking and toxic positivity, and why learning to embrace the full spectrum of emotions is essential for co-parenting with clarity, compassion, and confidence. So many of us have been told to "look on the bright side," "stay positive," or "just get over it," especially a…
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In this episode, Kate is joined by Aileen Harvey and Julie Fahy – best friends and hosts of the You Keep Me Sane podcast – to talk about what it really means to support a friend through separation. A separation story in voice notes Kate begins by hearing Aileen’s separation story, how her friendship with Julie began and how it became a vital source…
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In this episode of When Split Happens, attorney Jay Henderlite of Sasso Guerrero & Henderlite breaks down one of the biggest misconceptions in Florida family law — the belief that mothers automatically get custody. Jay explains how Florida’s custody laws are gender-neutral, how courts apply the “best interests of the child” standard, and why both p…
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Are you a childless or childfree stepmom feeling like a broken record? Alicia gets real about the exhausting cycle of repeating yourself to your stepkids—whether it's chores, routines, or basic expectations—and feeling like it's never enough. She opens up about her own realization that forgetfulness and resistance aren’t about being a stepmom—they’…
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Send us a text The holidays can be emotional for blended families-- but peace is possible. In this episode, Jamie shares 8 practical tips for creating a healthy, intentional, and drama-free co-parenting holiday. From planning and compromise to harmonizing gifts and creating new traditions, this episode helps you enter the season with clarity, grace…
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The internet went wild with hate recently on a post from the podcast where Darren and I told a story about the stepkids not being allowed to hang out in our bedroom. So today, I’m responding. I’ll read some of the comments I received from trolls, give my thoughts on the haters, and answer the question - is it okay to feel different about your stepk…
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In this episode of the Journey Beyond Divorce Podcast, we dive deep with Cheryl, a mother of two, whose post-divorce journey reflects the emotional complexity so many women face when rebuilding their lives. Cheryl holds nothing back, discussing the early fears she carried—from concerns around safety and childhood wounds resurfacing, to the sheer un…
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This special edition episode unpacks the five lessons that rebuilt my entire life after addiction, narcissistic abuse, childhood trauma, and the nervous-system patterns that kept me repeating the same relationships. I'm sharing pieces of my story behind how I got sober, rewired trauma bonds, rebuilt my identity, and learned to trust love again. Thi…
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In this episode, Brook Olsen welcomes Dr. Donald Gordon, founder of the Center for Divorce Education and creator of Children in Between, to discuss how parents can reduce conflict and protect their kids during and after divorce. With decades of research and real-world experience, Dr. Gordon shares how even small shifts in communication, emotional r…
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This episode is a full-on reality check for the woman still in it, leaving it, or clawing her way out of an abusive relationship. I’m breaking down the excuses that keep you trapped… “I can’t leave because of the kids,” “It’s not that bad,” “He’ll change,” “I don’t have the money,” “I don’t want to share custody,” and the deeper, unspoken fear unde…
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Send us a text Holiday tables can be tender ground when you’re parenting from two homes. We dig into practical, child-first strategies to keep Thanksgiving calm and drama-free, and be connected to the people that although they are being nosey...probably care a lot too. From boundary-setting texts you can send before you arrive to on-the-spot script…
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Send us a text Tamsin and our guest Adele Ballantyne guide the listeners through the first decisions after a relationship ends, focusing on pacing, safety, and pathways that reduce conflict and cost. Adele shares practical ways to build a support team, choose kinder legal routes, and protect children while emotions run high. Adele Ballantyne MA Rel…
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Every smile, giggle, and tear tells a story about your baby’s emotional world. So, this week on Raising Parents: The Parenting Science Insights Podcast, host Marie Stella interviews psychology professor Vanessa LoBue, Ph.D., who specializes in infant and child development, on the fascinating journey of emotional development in infants. A professor …
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