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163: Stepmom Who Told Bio Dad To Be A Disney Dad

*** DISCLAIMER *** This episode contains mention of suicide. In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Jaime from Queensland. Jaime has been blending for three years and has two stepkids and no bio kids. Unfortunately, she was painted to be the evil stepmother by the family court reporter. In this episode, we discuss: Stepkids with Autism and ADHD Parental alienation Bio mom removing the kids from school Family court reporter issues PTSD from the family court experience

Jul 15, 20221h 23m

162 : Stepmom Who Is The Breadwinner

*** DISCLAIMER *** This episode contains mention of suicide. In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids interviews stepmom Jaime. Jaime has been blending for 7 years and has two stepkids, four bio kids, and one ours kid. She is the home's breadwinner, which is a challenge because of the blend. In this episode, we discuss: Dealing with the stepkids' behavior Being traumatized by the blend Different parenting styles Finances in the blend When the stepkids move into the stepmom's house

Jul 8, 20221h 30m

161: Stepmom Who Runs The Household

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids interviews a stepmom from Colorado. This stepmom has been blending for four years and has four stepkids, three bio kids, and two ours kids. In this episode, we discuss: Dealing with the exes Stepmom and chore charts for the kids, including stepkids Being a stay-at-home mom/stepmom and having stepkids every other week Butting heads with your stepkid When hygiene lacks at bio mom's house

Jul 1, 20221h 12m

160: Being The Only Stepmom In Your Circle

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids interviews stepmom Mel. Mel has been blending for almost 8 years, has four stepkids and one bio kid. Mel's daughter is with them full-time and they have the stepkids all the time except every other weekend. In this episode, we discuss: Being the only stepmom in your circle Being a full-time stepmom When your partner is the father figure for your bio daughter Stepkids becoming distant When your partner is harsh with your child

Jun 24, 20221h 13m

159: Full-Time New Zealand Stepmom Who Nachos

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David, founders of Nacho Kids interview stepmom Carolyn. Carolyn, a school teacher, has been blending for three years and has three bio kids and three stepkids. She is a full-time stepmom as bio mom is deceased. The hardest part of blending for her has been learning to deal with emotional triggers. In this episode, we discuss: When bio mom is deceased When a bio parent moves far away Wanting to be a good "mom" to the stepkids that lost their bio mom When the stepkids expect you to leave Being a school teacher and thinking it would help with the stepparent role

Jun 17, 20221h 30m

158: Stepmom Whose Husband Had A Crappy Attorney

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids interviews stepmom Lauren. Lauren has been blending for 5 years, has one stepson, and no bio or "ours" children. Her husband recently finished a court case with bio mom and he had a crappy attorney! In this episode, we discuss: Getting past the emotions of raising a child that isn't yours Resistance to the blend Things have gotten better over time When bio mom acts like you don't exist Visitation schedule changes

Jun 10, 20221h 17m

157: Stepmom Blamed For Stepkids Leaving

*** DISCLAIMER: Mention of suicide in this podcast. *** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David Sims, founders of Nacho Kids, interview stepmom Danielle. She has been blending for four years, has two stepkids and one bio kid. A few years ago the oldest stepkid moved in with bio mom and recently the younger stepkid stopped coming for visits. Unfortunately, Danielle's husband blames her for this. In this episode, we discuss: Blending household expectations Different rules different homes Being blamed for the stepkids going to live with the other bio parent Both bio parents Nachoing each other's kids Rebuilding relationships In this episode, we discuss: Blending household expectations Different rules different homes Being blamed for the stepkids going to live with the other bio parent Both bio parents Nachoing each other's kids Rebuilding relationships

Jun 3, 20221h 16m

156: Bio Mom Whose Kids Were Nacho'd By Their Stepmom

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews bio mom Lala, who is also a stepmom. Lala's bio kids' stepmom Nacho'd them and that was the best thing she ever did for any of them. In this episode, we discuss: When the stepparent Nachos your bio kids Dealing with exes Wishing family could feel more cohesive Being viewed as a high-conflict bio mom Having different stepparent roles than your spouse

May 27, 20221h 34m

155: Stepmom Who Takes Nachoing To A New Level

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Rebecca. Rebecca has been blending for 4 years, is childfree, and has two stepkids. Over the years, her role in the blend has changed. In this episode, we discuss: Knowing the stepkids aren't going away Needing to change your role in the blend Not wanting to be around your stepkids When your partner wishes you'd be more present Feeling like a stranger in your own home

May 20, 20221h 21m

153: Stepmom Who Does Not Nacho

*** DISCLAIMER: This episode contains discussions of miscarriages and has adult content. *** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Jen. Stepmom Jen has been blending for 5 years and has one stepson who is 10-years-old. She is currently expecting an "ours" child. In this episode, we discuss: Dealing with a high-conflict bio mom Parenting the stepkid and not needing to Nacho Partner wants nothing to do with their ex Loving your stepkid but realizing that love will be different for the "ours" kid When bio parent doesn't follow through with discipline stepmom set

May 6, 20221h 18m

152: The Last 3-4 Years Of This 21 Year Blend Has Been The Hardest

*** DISCLAIMER: This episode contains discussions of drug abuse. *** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Jodi. Stepmom Jodi has been blending for 21 years, but the last three to four years have been the hardest. She has a 31-year-old stepdaughter, a 15-year-old "ours" son, and an 11-year-old "ours" daughter. Luckily Jodi and the bio mom have always gotten along. In this episode, we discuss: When things get bad many years into the blend When stepkid creates an unsafe environment for the "ours" kids Dealing with a high-conflict stepparent in the other home Significant other never expecting the stepparent to be a parent Being a stepkid and then becoming a stepparent

Apr 29, 20221h 32m

151: Stepmom Pressured To Be Super Stepmom

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews a stepmom from California. This stepmom has been blending for 2-½ years and has two stepkids and one bio kid. She, like many stepmoms, felt alone in her stepmom journey because none of her friends could relate to being a stepmom. In this episode, we discuss: Blending too fast Feeling pressured to be super stepmom Feeling alone in the stepmom journey Changes in relationships after move in together Going from parenting the stepkids to Nacho

Apr 22, 20221h 20m

150: Full-Time Stepmom And Bio Mom

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews Rose. Rose is a full-time stepmom and full-time bio mom. She has been blending for 4 years and has two stepkids, two bio kids, and one "ours" kid. Rose has had to deal with the stepkids lying and making false accusations, being violent, and trying to split up her and her husband. In this episode, we discuss: Being a full-time stepmom and full-time bio mom Not letting disagreements about the stepkids affect your relationship with your partner When a stepkid is violent with your bio or "ours" kid Counseling seemed to make things worse with the stepdaughter Everyone struggling to be a family unit

Apr 15, 20221h 36m

149: Interview With Summer Butler ~ Blended Book Co.

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews Summer Butler with the Blended Book Co., author of "BLENDED: Aligning the Hierarchy of Heart + Home". Summer and her husband have been blending for 11 years. She has two teenage stepsons and one "ours" son. The hardest part of blending for them was their marriage, not the stepkids. The personal baggage that was brought into their marriage caused them to struggle. In this episode, we discuss: Baggage brought into the relationship Growing up in a split family Having the stepkids full-time except every other weekend Losing yourself in the blend Different expectations for the stepkids vs. bio kid Check out Summer's website: summerbutler.com For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Apr 8, 20221h 7m

148: Stepmom Whose Stepkids No Longer Come For Visitation

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Britt. Britt has been blending for over 4 years, has four stepkids, one bio son, and a daughter on the way. The hardest part of blending for her has been dealing with her significant other having Guilty Parent Syndrome and issues with the bio mom. Her best advice is to Nacho. In this episode, we discuss: Guilty Parent Syndrome Bio mom and her family causing issues in the blend Stepkids choosing to not visit Relationships with the stepkids changing Stepkids blaming the stepmom for wrecking their nuclear home For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Apr 1, 20221h 43m

147: Stepmom Who Lost Stepson To Suicide

*** DISCLAIMER: Episode discusses suicide *** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Heather. Heather and her husband have been blending for 7 years. She has two stepsons, one of which unfortunately took his own life last year. In this episode, we discuss: Age gaps in the blend Being from a blend versus being in one Guilty Parent Syndrome Different relationships between stepmom and stepkids Losing a stepkid to suicide For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Mar 31, 20221h 26m

146: Stepmom Who Sees Her Stepkid More Than Her Own Bio Kid

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Laura. Laura has been blending for 2 years, has one bio daughter and one stepson. Her husband has his bio kid full-time and Laura has her bio kid forty percent of the time. In this episode, we discuss: Custody changes When you have your bio kid less than your significant other has theirs When you and your partner both Nacho each other's kids Being a stepkid yourself and then becoming a stepmom Good intentions aren't always viewed as such For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Mar 18, 20221h 7m

145: Childless Stepmom With Two Teenage Stepkids

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews a childless stepmom who was a stepchild herself. She has been blending for two years and has two teenage stepkids. In this episode, we discuss: Bonding more with one stepkid than another Being "Mom" to the stepkid When bio mom is an elusive magical creature who visits occasionally Becoming a stepmom after being a stepkid For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Mar 11, 20221h 15m

144: Stepmom Whose Stepkid Moved In Full-Time

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews a stepmom in Pennsylvania. This stepmom has been blending for 4.5 years, has a teenage stepkid who moved in full-time last summer, and a bio daughter who she has 85% of the time. In this episode, we discuss: Visitation changes Non-enforcement of household expectations ADHD Kids Teenage stepkid Not liking your stepkids For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Mar 4, 20221h 16m

143: Stepmom Whose Stepson Calls Her Mom

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Janajah. Janajah has been blending for five years and has one stepson and no bio kids. The first year of the blend her significant other had shared custody, but bio mom wouldn't let bio dad see the child. For the past four years, stepson has been staying with stepmom and bio dad. In this episode, we discuss: Visitation changes Learning where your place is in the blend Not taking things personally Teachers being put in the middle Not having alone time with your significant other For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Feb 25, 20221h 7m

142: Stepmom From Australia

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Priscilla. Priscilla has been blending for six years, has two teenage stepkids, and five bio kids. She was also a stepdaughter herself. In this episode, we discuss: Stepkid lying about bio kid Being forced to call stepdad "dad" Guilty Parent Syndrome Stepkid doesn't like stepmom Bio mom wanting family "back" For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Feb 18, 20221h 11m

141: Becoming A Stepmom At 16

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews a stepmom in Tennessee. She became a stepmom at 16-years-old! She has been blending for three years, has a 10-year-old stepson, a two-year-old "ours" son, and a daughter on the way. In this episode, we discuss: Becoming a stepmom at 16 Dealing with different parenting styles Relationship with bio mom changes When mother-in-law is like mom to stepkid For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Feb 11, 20221h 5m

140: Interview With Martin & Maria Erlandsson Of The Swedish Podcast Bonus Pappa Plus Mama

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David, co-founders of Nacho Kids, interview Martin & Maria Erlandsson of the Swedish Podcast Bonus Pappa Plus Mama! They have been blending for six years. Maria has four bio kids and Martin has no bio kids. In this episode, we discuss: Being a stepparent with no kids of your own Wanting the stepparent to be a parent Relationships with the exes Not using the word "step" in your blend For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas, April 29-30, 2022 with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Feb 4, 20221h 27m

139: Parental Alienation As A Bio Mom & Stepmom

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David, co-founders of Nacho Kids, interview stepmom Linda. Linda has been blending for three years, has three stepkids and two bio kids. Unfortunately, Linda is experiencing parental alienation as a bio mom and a stepmom. In this episode, we discuss: Rejection from the stepkids Harassment for stepkids and bio moms Complete alienation from bio kids Significant other in denial For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Jan 28, 20221h 20m

138: Bio Dad Talks About His Wife Nachoing

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews a bio dad whose wife is an admitted control freak. They have been blending for two years and he has two bio daughters with a very high conflict bio mom. In this episode, we discuss: Dealing with a high conflict ex Guilty parent syndrome What Nachoing did to their family Compound conflictions Parental alienation For more information about the event in Fort Worth, Texas with Laura Petherbridge, go to NachoKids.com/fortworth2022.

Jan 21, 20221h 16m

137: Control Freak Learns To Nacho

Jan 14, 20221h 30m

136: Interview With Lisa Goodpaster ~ Parental Alienation

** Disclaimer - mention of molestation and adult language ** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews Lisa Goodpaster of The Stephood Project. Lisa is a stepmom but is currently going through a divorce. Lisa was a victim of parental alienation as a child and shares her story. In this episode, we discuss: Being a child of parental alienation Going through a divorce Spending more time with stepmom than bio parent Reconnecting with the alienated parent Complex trauma

Jan 7, 20221h 23m

135: Stepmomzilla Turns To Nacho - Part 2

** Disclaimer - mention of suicide ** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Michelle. Michelle's husband was a guest on our podcast on episode 84! They have been blending for 4-½ years. She has one bio son and 5 stepkids. In this episode, we discuss: Adult stepkids living at home Marrying a widower Being a stepmomzilla Learning to Nacho Stepkid's choices could cause issues for custody of bio son

Dec 31, 20211h 5m

134: Stepmomzilla Turns To Nacho - Part 1

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Michelle. Michelle's husband was a guest on our podcast on episode 84! They have been blending for 4-½ years. She has one bio son and 5 stepkids. In this episode, we discuss: Adult stepkids living at home Marrying a widower Being a stepmomzilla Learning to Nacho Stepkid's choices could cause issues for custody of bio son

Dec 24, 20211h 15m

133: Widow With 6 Kids Marries Widower & Becomes A Stepmom To 2

*** Disclaimer *** - This episode has mention of drug addiction. In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Liz Colvard. Liz was a widow with six bio kids and married a widower with two kids. She and her husband married after knowing each other for only four months and have been blending for 2-½ years. In this episode, we discuss: Being a widow with six bio kids Becoming a stepmom to kids whose bio mom has passed away Realizing you can't parent your stepkids like you do your bio kids Stepkids with behavior and learning issues You can't love problems away

Dec 17, 20211h 29m

132: Interview With Dr. Sonia Cann-Milland

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Dr. Sonia Cann-Milland. Sonia has been blending for 16 years, has three stepkids and two bio kids, one of which is on the spectrum. In this episode, we discuss: Bio kids going to live with the other bio parent Having a bio child on the spectrum Bio kids' relationship with their stepmom Blended families and schools Transition periods

Dec 10, 20211h 12m

131: Bio Dad Of 10 Shares His Perspective On The Blend

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews bio dad Robert! Robert is the husband of our guest last week, Paula. Robert has 10 bio kids and married Paula who had no bio children. He shares with us the blend and the struggles from his viewpoint. In this episode, we discuss: Blending from a bio dad's perspective The stepparent wanting the stepkids to have more rules/consequences Different parenting styles Moving into the stepparent's home Being lax in parenting as a bio parent

Dec 3, 20211h 23m

130: Childless Stepmom To 10 Stepkids

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Paula. Paula has been blending for 8 years, has no bio kids of her own, and has 10 stepkids! There are two bio moms, one of which is absent. In this episode, we discuss: Being a childless stepmom Having 10 stepkids Dealing with effects of an absent bio mom Significant other wanting the stepparent to love kids like their own Nachoing

Nov 26, 20211h 20m

129: Stepmom's Grandson and Stepkid Are The Same Age

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Kathy. Kathy has been blending for 5 years, has two bio kids, and six stepkids ages 43 to 9! Her grandson and stepdaughter are the same age and she is struggling with her husband not Nachoing her grandson. In this episode, we discuss: Blended challenges as a grandmother Having a stepkid the same age as your grandkid Unexpected changes in the blend Stepdaughter being jealous of stepmom Significant other not Nachoing the step-grandkid

Nov 19, 20211h 27m

128: Stepmom With An Ours Baby

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews a stepmom from Texas! This stepmom has been blending for over 4 years. She has one stepdaughter and a 7-month old ours baby! She is also a stepchild herself. In this episode, we discuss: Not having a court order for visitation or child support Being a stepkid Having an ours baby in the blend Boundaries with the bio mom

Nov 12, 20211h 10m

127: Stepmom And Bio Mom Are Friends

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Cari Ray! Cari and Lori have actually known each other since they were teenagers when Lori dated Cari's stepbrother. Cari is a bio mom to two boys and a stepmom to two girls! She's been blending for four years and has a great handle on Nachoing! In this episode, we discuss: Learning to pause Different relationships with the "other" parent Being friends with bio mom and how it affects the blend Not responding to high conflict situations Stepkid messes

Nov 5, 20211h 28m

126: Childfree Stepmom Pushed To Love Stepkid

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Whitney. Whitney has been blending for 6 years and has one 14-year-old stepdaughter. She is childfree and loving it! Like many stepmoms, Whitney struggled with not taking things personally, feeling alone in the struggle, and letting go of some of the need for control in the home. In this episode, we discuss: Not taking things personally Being pushed to tell stepkid you love them Feeling rejected by the stepkid Having a dad who is a stepkid Seeing a therapist

Oct 29, 20211h 9m

125: Stepmom On The Crazy Train

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews "Stepmom on the crazy train in southwest Missouri". She's been blending for 7 years, has a 13-year-old stepson, and a 12-year-old bio son. Her stepson has been diagnosed with ADHD, ODD, OCD, anxiety, and PTSD. She and her husband dated briefly 20 years ago and found their way back to each other. She joined the Nacho Kids Academy to help with her blended struggles and has even taught her son how to Nacho! In this episode, we discuss: Desiring to be a nuclear family Wanting to be "Super Stepmom" Dealing with a high conflict bio mom Having a stepkid with mental health challenges Your significant other becoming less attractive because of his lack of parenting

Oct 22, 20211h 13m

124: Stepmom Whose Stepkids Tattle On Her

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Shay. Shay has been blending for 5 years, has two stepkids, three bio kids, and one "ours" kid. The hardest part of the blend for Shay has been the lack of respect from stepkids since the visitation schedule changed. In this episode, we discuss: Visitation schedule changes Summer visitation challenges Stepkids tattling on the stepmom When the bio parent is a "Disney Dad" Not wanting to bond with the stepkids

Oct 15, 20211h 9m

123: Stepdad Who Feels Taken Advantage Of

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David, co-founders of Nacho Kids, interview John Burwell. John is a stepdad in his blend of four years. He has two adult bio sons and two stepdaughters, ages 21 and 12. John takes care of his blend financially but is expected to step back from any parenting of his youngest stepdaughter. John is dealing with feeling used, taken advantage of, and not part of the family. In this episode, we discuss: Stepdads struggle too Financially providing for your stepkid only to be told not to parent the stepkid Loyalty binds When bio dad decides to re-enter the picture When bio dad chooses to not help financially

Oct 8, 20211h 12m

122: Stay-at-home Bio Dad To Four Girls Talks About The Blend

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews Chris Burcher a stay-at-home dad. Chris is the bio dad in the blend and has been blending for 6 years. He has four daughters, including one of which is an "ours" daughter. Chris understands the challenges his wife has had to deal with being a stepmom. In this episode, we discuss: Being a stay-at-home dad When the kids don't like the new girlfriend/stepmom Adding an "ours" baby to the blend Being stuck in the middle of the wife and bio kids Being accused of not loving the "ours" baby as much as the kids from the first marriage

Oct 1, 20211h 12m

121: Interview With Ron Deal

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David, founders of Nacho Kids, interview Ron Deal. Ron has a new book out discussing preparing to blend. Nacho Kids, along with Ron, cannot express enough the importance of preparing to blend prior to blending. In this episode, we discuss: Preparing To Blend Lack of counselors and therapists that understand the blend "Coupleness" versus "Famliness" Today isn't representative of every day in the future Lack of blended family support in churches

Sep 24, 20211h 22m

120: Stepmom From Texas ~ Party of 10+

*** Disclaimer: This episode has mention of abuse - physical and drug, and murder. *** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews a Texas stepmom! This Texas stepmom has grown children but married a man with kids still at home. She has four bio kids and four stepkids (one of which is not her husband's bio child) ranging in age from 29 to 8 years old. She and her husband also have custody of her niece, and at one point had a foster child too. They've been blending 3-½ years and the best advice she's received is to not judge her significant other for his differences in parenting styles. In this episode, we discuss: Having adult bio kids and stepkids still in the home Having different parenting styles than your significant other Being a stepkid When your bio kid doesn't like your partner When one of your stepkids isn't your partner's biological child

Sep 17, 20211h 9m

119: Tracy Poizner Of The Essential Stepmom & Lori Sims Talk Nacho

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, and Tracy Poizner of the Essential Stepmom sit down for a chat. They entertain us with a little blended family skit about what is not Nachoing. Together, they are proof the blend doesn't have to suck. In this episode, we discuss: Seeing things differently Communication is key in the blended family Examples of NOT Nachoing Blending is not the same for the childless stepmom Stepkid vs Bio kid cup on the counter

Sep 10, 202156 min

118: Interview With Gabby Gast

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Gabby Gast. Gabby has been blending for four years, has a stepson who is nine and two adopted kids from her first marriage, a ten-year-old daughter and an eight-year-old son. Eight months into her current relationship, she was diagnosed with end-stage cystic fibrosis and had to have a lung transplant. The hardest part of the blend for her is how bio mom's toxicity affects stepson's relationships with her and her husband. In this episode, we discuss: Loyalty binds between kids and bio parent Toxic bio mom Having different parenting styles Resentment in the blend A reset in the blend

Sep 3, 20211h 22m

117: Stepmom Who Kicks Butt

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Samantha Seff - MMA fighter. Samantha has been blending for 4-½ years and is a stepmom to two stepkids, ages 18 and 17, who are with them fifty percent of the time. The bio mom is very high-conflict and that is the hardest part of their blend. The best advice she has received is learning when to step back and Nacho! In this episode, we discuss: Dealing with a high-conflict bio mom Feeling unappreciated Being OCD and dealing with stepkids' messes Blended family expectations Date nights

Aug 27, 20211h 26m

116: You Thought Your Bio Mom Was Crazy

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori & David, founders of Nacho Kids, interview step couple EB & Hector who are expecting their first "ours" baby. They have been blending 2.5 years and Hector has two bio kids ages 7 and 6 full-time except every other weekend. When Hector got custody of his kids full-time, EB knew she needed help and joined the Nacho Kids Academy. In this episode, we discuss: Adding an "ours" kid to the blend Custody changes Dealing with a crazy high conflict bio mom Getting help with the blend Being determined to make the blend work

Aug 20, 20211h 14m

115: Claudette Chenevert ~ The Stepmom Coach ~ The 2021 Stepfamily Summit

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews The Stepmom Coach ~ Claudette Chenevert! Claudette has been blending for over 30 years and has been helping stepmoms for over 20 years! In 2020, Claudette released The Stepfamily Summit where stepfamily experts shared their wisdom with stepparents! The 2020 Stepfamily Summit was so successful, she's hosting another one this year! And Nacho Kids is blessed to be a part of this summit as well! In this episode, we discuss: The 2021 Stepfamily Summit Micro-communities Self-care What to expect from the summit Why this summit is so awesome, besides the fact Nacho Kids is a part of it

Aug 13, 20211h 28m

114: Full-time Childless Stepmom Who Nachos Like A Queen

*** DISCLAIMER: This episode includes mention of domestic violence, PTSD, and suicidal thoughts. *** In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews childless/childfree stepmom Melissa. Melissa has been blending for five years and has a 21-year-old stepson and a 12-year-old stepdaughter full time. Melissa's husband was in an abusive relationship with his kids' mother. He fought for his kids in court and won full custody two and a half years ago. In this episode, we discuss: Parental Alienation High conflict bio mom Being a childless or childfree stepmom Using the Nacho Kids Method properly ~ Nachoing Child support ~ lack of

Aug 6, 20211h 26m

113: Stepmom To Stepkid With ODD - Oppositional Defiant Disorder

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids, interviews stepmom Rebeccah. Rebeccah is a behavior analyst and stepmom to two stepsons, one of which has ODD - oppositional defiant disorder and the other has ADHD. Rebeccah shares with us information about ODD and how it impacted her blend. In this episode, we discuss: What ODD is Being a childless stepmom When the bio parents don't get their bio kids help Using the Nacho Kids method, "Nachoing" When a stepkid refuses to come for visitation

Jul 30, 20211h 8m