Blended Family Podcast

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Mort Fertel is a serial entrepreneur who started his first business at 18 years old. He has a private equity portfolio that consists of SudShare, 2 other businesses, and real estate holdings. He graduated from the Wharton School of Business, and, during a short time when he thought he might be a corporate guy, worked on Wall Street for Bankers Trust Company. Mort is also an author, creator of the first online relationship renewal system (2004), and the subject of Back from the Brink, a documentary written and directed by Toroes Thomas. Now a grandfather, success for Mort means making a difference. And SudShare makes a difference by allowing customers to enjoy life and Sudsters (washers) to have their own work-from-home business. Mort loves working with his family to revolutionize the laundry business. Mort was on this show back on episode #228, when he was discussing his book Marriage Fitness, so if you haven't heard that one check out that episode too. In this episode, he's here to talk about his new company Sudshare. Personal story of Sudshare and how it came to be What it was like to create a family business Tips for families who want to create a business together How Sudshare works What Sudshare costs and how it compares to other laundry services Business opportunity for Sudsters Where Sudshare is operating How to get started with Sudshare And much more! Connect with Mort Website   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Joe Pomeroy knows how to translate business principles into family success. Joe gained a deep knowledge of business while helping build an 8-figure company and earning his MBA. More importantly, Joe discovered how to utilize those hard-earned skills to save his marriage and his family. He went from his wife walking out the door, to having a confident, committed, and connected relationship, and now he is committed to helping other dads and husbands learn how to use those principles to be more confident in their role.  As a bestselling author and Family Leadership Coach, Joe helps business-minded men discover the new way to become the husbands and dads they once promised to be. His mantra has become: “Save the Family, Save the World.” His personal story Why businessmen become the best family men Why families and blended families should be treated like a business  How to translate business principles into family success Why some men lack confidence and how they can build it How to identify generational patterns and how to eradicate them How a partner can best support a man in his journey to greatness Joe's 3D family framework Joe's best advice And much more!   Connect with Joe Website Facebook LinkedIn Instagram   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Debbie Ausburn is the author of the book Raising Other People's Children and has spent more than 40 years working with children who've experienced trauma. Her many roles include social worker, group home parent, foster parent, and stepparent. Along with parenting seven foster, adopted, and stepchildren, Debbie has served as a criminal prosecutor, volunteer, and Board member with nonprofit organizations. She is now an attorney in private practice, counseling and defending youth-serving organizations. She says, “I make my living as a lawyer, but what I do is take care of other people's children." Debbie's personal story How fostering children and blended families are similar Tips on building new relationships and forming trust Helping children through trauma Sibling rivalry Advice for stepparents learning their place Helping children who have an absent parent Dealing with attitude and backtalk Debbie's best lessons learned Her book, Raising Other People's Children Debbie's final advice/word of encouragement for listeners  And much more!   Connect with Debbie Website Twitter LinkedIn Instagram Buy the book HERE   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   We all have feelings, and they are there to help us. Most of us do not know how to work with our feelings, and instead we push them down and suppress them for various reasons. This is quite common in the blended family.  It's important that we learn to recognize and process our feelings and emotions so that they do not get trapped in the body.    My personal journey with feelings Why feelings are important How thoughts and feelings are connected Why we ignore feelings and what that does to the body My 4 step process that I made for you to help you RISE above those negative feelings  The emotional scale and how to climb it Tips for self care Tips for expressing feelings and emotions Tips for loved ones Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Carol Hughes, PhD, LMFT, holds her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology and her master's degree in Counseling Psychology, achieving both summa cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa honors. She is also a two-time Fulbright Scholar. Carol served for ten years as an Associate Professor of Human Services at Saddleback College. In her practice in Laguna Hills, CA, as a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and family-focused divorce professional, for more than thirty years, she has assisted hundreds of divorcing families, as a therapist, child and co-parenting specialist, divorce coach, and mediator.   Bruce Fredenburg, MS, LMFT, has been a California licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for more than 30 years and is Board Certified in Clinical Hypnosis. He was a college instructor in Human Services at Saddleback College and at the National Medical Review School in Southern California. He also created and taught parenting classes for adoptive and foster parents. He is trained and experienced in chronic pain management, trauma, addictions, mediation, and collaborative divorce. In his practice in Laguna Hills, CA, Bruce helps families as a therapist, divorce coach, co-parenting specialist, and mediator.   The topic of this show is Gray Divorce, or divorce that takes place after the age of 50, after the children are typically grown. In this interview we discuss   Bruce and Carols personal stories What is gray divorce, and why it's becoming more prevalent Why not many people are talking about this trend What gray divorce looks like and how it differs from earlier on divorces How adult children are affected by their parents late divorce What parents can do to make the transition easier on their adult children How a couple going through a gray divorce can move forward without fear  Their book, Home will never be the same again: a guide for adult children of gray divorce And much more!   Connect with Bruce Website (Orange County Divorce coach) Website (Psychology Today) Facebook Linkedin Instagram   Connect with Carol Website (Dr. Carol Hughes) Website (Divorce Peacemaking) Facebook LinkedIn Instagram Buy the Book HERE Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Dr. Regine Muradian is a licensed clinical psychologist, children's author, speaker, consultant, and mental health advocate. In her clinical practice, Dr. Muradian works with children, adolescents, and adults who present with a wide range of emotional stressors. She specializes in Anxiety and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), ADHD, Depression, Eating Disorders/Body Image, and Executive Functioning Training. Dr. Muradian is also a specialist in Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessments. She has extensive medical experience and expertise.  Dr. Muradian is fluent in 5 languages and incorporates her multicultural background with her clients. Lastly, Dr. Muradian is a published children's author. Her first book, Franky and the Worry Bees was released during the pandemic as she found children and teens were having a difficult time connecting and staying motivated over distance learning. She has two more books as part of her Franky series coming out in 2021 titled, Franky and His Homeschool Adventures and Franky and His Special Talent. Dr. Muradian knows how to keep your child motivated and help parents create positive change in their lives. In this interview we discuss    Her personal story What children and teenagers are facing coming out of COVID What some of the post covid type stressors are that might affect our kids, and how we can help them overcome those  Signs your child is having trouble acclimating to post COVID life How to help our children move forward past fear What the long term psychological effects of COVID are, and how to minimize them Anxiety and how COVID ties into that Determining whether post COVID behaviors are normal or if they require special attention Resistance to mental health help, and how to manage if a child is resistant Her program for mental health training for teachers Tips on getting kids to a positive mindset And much more!   Connect with Regine Website Twitter Instagram   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   When two families come together, there are always differences in structure, tradition, discipline, and family values. Many blended families also experience cultural differences, where two families from entirely different cultures come together. This can present many challenges to a blended family, yet there are always benefits if we choose to seek them out. In this show, you'll learn about what some of these cultural differences are, as well as how to use them to help your blended family grow closer together! In this interview we will discuss   What a multicultural blended family is Different types of multicultural blended families Serious issues that should be addressed before blending Challenges multicultural families face Tips to make things easier And much more! Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   When her son was arrested, Jolyn Armstrong discovered that even an idyllic life can be turned upside down in an instant by catastrophe. That's why she launched Grapevine Mindware, a counseling and coaching program aimed at helping you end the pain, find peace, and get your life back after a personal catastrophe. Jolyn's mission is to help everyone achieve peace and joy regardless of outside circumstances.   Her personal story Grapevine Mindware's origins and who it's for How we can find our way out of darkness How to find peace in the eye of the storm How trauma can lead to loneliness, how to overcome that How we can protect our mental health during a crisis Tips on how to move through trauma How to live a great life after a crisis How to achieve peace And much more!   Connect with Jolyn Website LinkedIn Facebook Instagram Special page for my Blended listeners   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Kristin MacDermott is a licensed marriage and family therapist with a decade of research in resilience. Her resilience-training programs have been validated in four studies with researchers from the Duke Clinical Research Institute, published in peer-reviewed journals, and proven to improve key mental health and resilience outcomes, including anxiety, depression, distress, self-efficacy, and PTSD. Kristin has designed resilience-training programs for some of the highest-performing people on the planet, including Navy SEALS and the LAPD. Her programs have been used in more than 20 hospitals across the country, including at the Duke Cancer Institute and the National Institutes of Health. She has also designed programs for schools, corporations, non-profits, and mentors who support at-risk kids. Kristin is the author of It Takes Two Minutes to Shift Your Mindset and Build Resilience, a book that breaks resilience down into bite-size skills you can apply to your life immediately. She has recently launched two online courses for parents, one called Resilience-Based Parenting and the other called Parenting Through Divorce. She has a private practice in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida where she lives with her husband of 28 years and her three children. In this interview we discuss Her personal story Why conflict resolution and resiliency work well together The MacDermott Method, Kristin's unique practice Conflict between co parents and tips on managing it Why it's important to get your own needs met How to stay calm in conflict Teaching our children conflict resolution Kristin's offerings And much more! Connect with Kristin Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Twitter   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Jessica Frew is a wife, ex-wife, mom, stepmom, and BOLD action taker. She has a successful podcast called “Husband in Law” that she records with her husband, Matt, and her ex-husband, Steve. Together they are sharing their stories of love, marriage, coming out, divorce, remarriage and co-parenting to help others know they are not alone. They also co-own The BOLD Logic,  a company devoted to helping people go from living in an “I should” mindset to taking BOLD action towards keeping and reclaiming their sense of self.  Jessica is a firm believer that by knowing and understanding what it is you really want in life you can BOLDly create a life you love, no matter what your circumstances. In this interview we discuss Her personal story Her blended family and unique dynamics How her ex coming out affected the kids and family How they co parent together  What she has learned Her podcast, Husband in Law Her company, Bold Logic And much more!   Connect with Jessica Website Instagram Facebook Download your FREE workbook HERE Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                      

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   This is a Q and A show about me! After years of podcasting, I realize I do not share much personal information about me, so I asked the listeners to send in some questions. I hope this show helps you get to know me better! Here are some of the questions I answer! Do I come from a blended family and what was my upbringing like? What are some of my favorite things? What is something people would be surprised to know about me?  What are my blended family regrets?  What can I not live without? What would my dream vacation be?  What is my relationship like with my ex and Shawn's ex? Did you and Shawn ever come close to breaking up? and more! Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Schedule an interview or coaching session HERE Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

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melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   In this solo show, I'm going to talk about how to manage major parental differences in your coparenting relationship. I’ll start by reading a very important COVID question from a listener, as our current events are having a major effect on blended families everywhere. Then I’ll share tips on how to manage your differences and come to a solution in the best way possible! In this episode I will discuss Some announcments A listener question about co parents and COVID My message to blended families struggling with COVID Tips on moving past co parenting decisions and more! Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview or coaching session here!   Affiliate   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Elise Buie, Esq. is a passionate, creative, problem-solving family law attorney who creates solutions, not obstacles. After evacuating her hometown of New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina and surviving a divorce, Elise landed in Seattle and founded her law firm. Elise's practice involves all aspects of family law, guided by a collaborative philosophy and her deep understanding of complex parenting issues. Elise opened her firm during a period of personal adversity. Now in a period of global adversity, Elise's firm has experienced its most significant growth yet, which she attributes primarily to her driving force and mantra: "I can do it."   Her personal story and why she got into law Collaborative law, and why it’s beneficial How to parent like CEO’s Best ways of communication How to overcome parental differences How to set proper boundaries Why stepparents need to stay in their lane Her Maximum Mom Podcast And much much more!   Connect with Elise Website Facebook LinkedIn Maximum Mom Podcast   Resources Elise shared on the show Stepfamily Handbook Co-Parenting Handbook Partnership Parenting Radical Candor Better Apart  High Conflict Institute Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   KIM BOWEN is a licensed professional counselor who offers relationship therapy through her company, The Marriage Place. Her blogs and newsletters have been featured in various publications and she is the author of the book, The Love, Joy, Peace Workbook: A Couple's Bible Study. She just relaunched her book Marriage Rescue: Triage Toolkit. Her mission is to help couples build stronger, healthier and happier relationships. She has been married to her husband, John, for 30 years. In this interview we discuss Her personal story and why she chose this work Why women typically file for divorce more than men Why Kim has a pro marriage approach How to separate kids and other marital stressors from the relationship The power of one theory Tools to keep a marriage strong How does one come to a decision on whether or not to end a marriage and what questions should one be asking themselves if they are stuck Her relaunched book- The Marriage Rescue, Triage Toolkit What Kims other offerings are  Blended family success stories and much more! Connect with Kim Website Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Instagram   Connect with Me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   "Biddy Bedtime Stories" is the internet's only sitcom style podcast for kids, pure and simple. There's nothing else like it. The humor is tailored for both the kids and the grownups. Think of it as a joint spinoff of "Mr. Rogers" and "The Office" with a hint of Bugs Bunny thrown in for good measure. David is a 10 year veteran podcaster with his family focused "Biddy Stories" podcast. He hails from Minnesota and is an elementary school music teacher, a choir director, a husband and a father to 3 outstanding children. His podcast mission is to help families understand that “If you go to sleep laughing, you’ll wake up smiling.” His personal story Why he created Biddy Bedtime Stories How teaching has influenced his work Changes he has seen in children over the last 25 years Why humor is so important for children Why Biddy stories are great for bedtime How Biddy Stories is different from other kid focused podcasts How kids and their parents respond to Biddy Stories and much more!   Connect with David Facebook Itunes Stitcher Spotify Audible   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!

Rosa Garcia is a loving mom to 7 children, yes you heard right, 7 kids, 5 bio and 2 stepchildren! Not only does she dedicate her time to her multi cultural family, but she is also the host on the Mi Familia Ensamblada Podcast which in English means My Blended family. The goal of her podcast is to help blended families in the Spanish speaking community by sharing her personal stories, what she has learned in the process of becoming a blended family, the resources that have been of help to her, interviews with experts, listeners stories and much more. In this episode we discuss Her personal story Her family’s unique start during COVID How she learned to homeschool 7 kids  What it’s like blending a family with two different cultures Some challenges she faces with her blended family Some things her blended family does very well Her podcast, Mi Familia Ensamblada Her special message to listeners, both in English and Spanish And much more! Connect with Rosa Website Facebook Apple Podcast Stitcher Spotify   My guest interview at 10CBF with Joel Hawbaker   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   This is part 2 of a 2 part series on the teenagers perspective in the blended family.    Brad Jaffe is a licensed therapist in south Florida who works with young adults struggling with mood, anxiety and personality disorders, as well as dysfunctional families. Brad believes that treatment involves not just the "identified patient," but the entire family. In addition to his private practice, he is on the corporate therapist for one of the leading e-commerce companies in the country and is an adjunct professor of clinical practice at Florida Atlantic University. He holds degrees from the University of Florida and Columbia University and studied at the American Institute for Psychoanalysis. If he has free time, he enjoys cycling, traveling and trying to train his Wheaten Terrier puppy, Gracie. In this episode, Brad and I will speak directly to your teenager in order to help them with the unique challenges they face in the blended family.  My introduction and message to your teen Brad’s introduction and message to your teen How to be ok with a family you don’t choose What if you don’t like the partner your parents pick? How to communicate more effectively with your parent What to do if your parents are putting you in the middle What if you don’t like your step siblings? Helpful resources for teens And much more! Connect with Brad Website LinkedIn   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   This is part 1 of a 2 part series on the teenagers perspective in the blended family.    Brad Jaffe is a licensed therapist in south Florida who works with young adults struggling with mood, anxiety and personality disorders, as well as dysfunctional families. Brad believes that treatment involves not just the "identified patient," but the entire family. In addition to his private practice, he is on the corporate therapist for one of the leading e-commerce companies in the country and is an adjunct professor of clinical practice at Florida Atlantic University. He holds degrees from the University of Florida and Columbia University and studied at the American Institute for Psychoanalysis. If he has free time, he enjoys cycling, traveling and trying to train his Wheaten Terrier puppy, Gracie. In this episode, Brad will help us to understand the teenage perspective, and the unique challenges they face in the blended family. Some topics discussed are His personal story Why teens of divorce sometimes feel they don’t have a voice Why teens don’t like to be in the middle of their parents How to help teens learn better communication with us What if your teen doesn’t get along with your partner or your partner's kids? Things parents do that make things worse for their teen Questions from listeners  and much more! Connect with Brad Website LinkedIn   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Blended families are challenging! Developing some healthy habits early on can help your blended family grow in great ways. There are also some very unhealthy habits that blended families adopt that have an adverse effect on the blended family growth. Unfortunately, the unhealthy habits are often the ones that stick, and many do not realize this until excess damage has been done. In this show we will explore some of these negative habits so that you can become aware of them, and take steps to change them! Here’s what not to do! Keeping a yours vs mine mentality Using the children as messengers  Telling the kids too much  Treating the kids unfairly  Working against the other bio or stepparent Dishonesty and keeping secrets Lack of communication and or understanding one another's needs Not establishing proper structure/boundaries  Not being consistent  Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

Reality, as Eileen Robertson Hamra perceived it, instantaneously altered the moment authorities confirmed that the plane her husband was piloting had crashed, and he had not survived. In the process of mourning her loss, with three young children in tow, where Eileen wandered and landed was nothing short of miraculous. Between the valleys of grief and the peaks of hope, she discovered that keeping promises to those that have left this world is a lifelong act, and honoring one love does not mean foregoing the freedom and joy that is found in reopening your heart, trusting in new love, and expanding your definition of family. Her book, Time to Fly, shares her story, her insights and more. In this interview we discuss Her Story Synchronicities and signs from the universe How to cope with all of the emotions after a loss How to find gratitude after a loss How to persevere in the face of a loss How to help your children through the loss of a parent Finding love after loss Her book and much more! Connect with Eileen Website Twitter Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Buy the Book HERE Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Richard Capriola has been a mental mental health and addictions counselor for over two decades. He has been licensed in Illinois and Texas. He recently retired from Menninger Clinic in Houston Texas where for over a decade he worked as an addictions counselor for adults and adolescents diagnosed with mental health and substance abuse issues. He is the author of The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse.  In this interview we discuss His personal story Causes of addiction in children Types of addictive substances used Teenage brain and addiction Differences between boys and girls Vaping Pandemic and its affect on children Process disorders Warning signs Treatment Options Special tips for blended families Resistant teens His book, The Addicted Child and his workbook and much more!   Connect with Richard Website Twitter   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   The previous year has been filled with challenges, but also tremendous growth! People have taken great strides this year in business, relationships, self work, and spiritually just to name a few. In relationships, it’s important to nurture one another through these growth processes to ensure a lasting relationship. I’ll share some tips to make sure you and your partner remain strong, no matter what life is throwing at you! Don't allow the kids or exes come between you Find common interests and have fun together  Get interested in their interests Let them grow at their own pace Help them with their struggles lovingly, not impatiently Be direct in communication, say what you need and feel Give what you want to receive Have deep intimate conversations Recognize their successes, and be their cheerleader Take care of your own growth and needs first Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Sharyn Kennedy is a practicing psychologist in the UAE, who has taught thousands of clients how to successfully manage anxiety, stress and depression. She teaches her clients psychological skills based on neuroscience findings that will quickly and effectively reduce anxiety and help them manage difficult emotions. Sharyn loves helping people learn about and understand their amazing brain so they can make sense of the way they think, feel and behave. She uses powerful psychological tools and strategies to change what doesn’t work for them. Her ultimate goal is to teach people how to stay calm, capable and confident even in the face of fear and confusion, chaos and problems. Her personal story The effect of 2020 on mental health What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and how can it help us The effects of thinking on mental health How to control or manage negative thinking patterns What is ACT, or Acceptable Commitment Therapy How can we help our children with thought provoked anxiety What conditions Sharyn can help alleviate with therapy How to get a FREE report on 12 ways to change your thinking and much more! Connect with Sharyn Website for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Website for Still Mind   Check out my guest appearance on the Whinypaluza Podcast! ITunes YouTube   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com ERIC ZIELINSKI is the author of the national bestseller The Healing Power of Essential Oils and The Essential Oils Diet. Dr. Z has pioneered natural living and biblical health education since 2003. Trained as an aromatherapist, public health researcher, and chiropractor, Dr. Z started NaturalLivingFamily.com in 2014 with his wife to help people learn how to use natural remedies like essential oils safely and effectively. Now visited by more than three million natural health seekers every year, NaturalLivingFamily.com has rapidly become the number one online source for biblical health and non-branded essential oils education. In this interview we discuss   His personal story History of essential oils Biblical health, what it is and how to achieve it  Importance of shifting from pharmaceuticals to natural health Common uses for essential oils  His special health immune boost recipe  How to choose a proper essential oil  The Natural Living Family website  Books, programs, and membership The Natural Living Family Podcast And much more! Connect with Dr. Zielinski Website Facebook YouTube Pinterest Instagram Podcast   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   About 15 years ago, Darla DeMorrow left her longtime role as a corporate business manager with one goal in mind: She wanted to do work that came from the heart. And for Darla, who is naturally highly organized and driven, helping others create more peace and beauty in their lives was the perfect fit. She launched her professional organizing company, HeartWork Organizing, and became a Certified Professional Organizer through NAPO (National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals), one of only a few hundred in the world.  Darla also has a new book out called The Upbeat, Organized Home Office. In this interview we discuss   Her personal story  The origins of Heartworks, and why one can find peace through organizing Organizational challenges unique to blended families How to create a more functionable space for today's current situation Using the Sort and Succeed method How to find/create a dedicated office space  Messy and disorganized children, and can this be solved? Her book, the Upbeat Organized Home Office How one can get into the organizational business And much more!   Connect with Darla Website Facebook  Pinterest Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Buy the Book HERE NAPO Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   I’m back after a small break! I share some updates and announcements, as well as your favorite tips from the show from the last six years! This is a big milestone show, and I am thankful to all who support the Blended Family Podcast! I also share with you the big lessons I learned in 2020! Enjoy! Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Tiffany Gravelle is an author, professional events planner, and business consultant with over 25 years of experience in business development, leadership and managing high-performing teams - including her blended family of seven. She holds the Certified Meeting Planner designation from the Events Industry Council and is a Credit Union Development Educator. You will never catch Tiffany without her trusty paper planner and black coffee. When she is not celebrating everyone and everything by spreading joy and glitter, Tiffany is a mom and proud stepmom of two teenagers and three adults, the wife of a mountain bike addict, lake rat, Red Sox fan, avid reader, foodie, and dog lover. In this interview we discuss Her personal story Why she decided to write a book on blended families Her book, Blended Not Stirred The most challenging experience she’s had in her blended family Holidays in the blended family, and tips on how to get through it What she wished she could do over again And more!   Connect with Tiffany Website Instagram Facebook Buy the Book HERE   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Today’s guest is Angela Legh, author of Bella Santini in the Land of Everlasting Change. When Angela isn’t dreaming up dragons, monsters, and other magical beings, she gratefully wanders through the sumptuously beautiful woods and meadows of the Cotswold area of England. Angela is very much in touch with her inner child and finds that she cannot walk by a swing set without stopping to play.    Her personal story Her self help books Her work as a quantum shift facilitator What magic looks like and how to bring it into our lives How to bring magic into a blended family The Bella Santini Series Consciousness concepts How to overcome adversity And much more!   Connect with Angela Legh Website Facebook Linkedin Instagram   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Josephine Atluri’s passion is to help others overcome adversity and find joy via her meditation classes, infertility workshops, and her podcast, Responding to Life: Living Reflectively Through a Journey of Health, Fertility and Parenthood. As a meditation teacher, she guides people towards a calmer existence despite the chaos that may surround them. Her group and individual meditation sessions teach simple and practical coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety and loss to help improve the balance of mind, body and spirit for those with health and fertility struggles and other life challenges. Josephine has taught all around Los Angeles at Unplug Meditation, Equinox, Cedars Sinai, City National Bank, Hey Mama and with numerous other clients. She regularly contributes content for Motherly, Red Tricycle, The IVF Warrior, and The Fertility Circle. In this interview we discuss   Her personal story Stress and how can we move through it with more ease Triggers, how can we avoid being triggered and how can we manage those around us Meditation for the whole family Fertility and mindfulness Her podcast, Responding to Life Tips for a calmer life And much more!   Connect with Josephine Website Instagram YouTube   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   On this solo show I will be answering listener questions! If you have questions you would like me to answer on a future show, please send them to me, melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com.  Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Affiliates Fayr The BEST co parenting app! To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Nacho Kids Program  To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                  

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Karen Struck is the author of the inspirational children's book series "Three Paws." Her latest, Three Paws' New Family is about unique and blended families. She currently resides in California with her husband Steve, and they are empty nesters! They work in the medical field, but Karen is passionate about telling her Three Paws story, which is the culmination of the last 15 years.    In this interview, we discuss   Karen's personal story and family dynamic What inspired her to write a children’s book series Three Paws Series of books What made her choose Alaska, and those particular animals as characters What message she is hoping kids might take away from the book What is next for Karen And much more! Connect with Karen Website Facebook Twitter Buy the book Here   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP 90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   When Billie was 19 her parents went through a divorce. She didn't see it coming, especially as the drama of the divorce and the resulting custody battle unfolded. Billie and her brothers were heartbroken. Their worlds were completely rocked.  At the time, she was all too aware of the role her parents’ attorneys played during this life-changing transition for everyone. Their divorce changed the course of her life. That’s when she knew then she wanted to be a family law attorney.  What she does as a family law attorney affects people’s lives, and the lives of their children for decades and she absolutely loves it. She visits the podcast to discuss how the Coronavirus has added a new layer of complexity to the already challenging world of co-parenting, specifically around masks. In this interview we discuss   Her personal story Major points of contention due to coronavirus Legal questions surrounding masks and vaccines How to co parent effectively through these challenges What to expect in the law moving forward Her other company called “I Do Over” And much more!   Connect with Billie Website ( My Modern Law) Website ( I Do OVer) Facebook LinkedIn   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Florence Ann Romano, The Windy City Nanny™ (WindyCityNanny.com), is an author, philanthropist and web series star/host who has always had a special place in her heart for children. Romano worked for over 15 years as a nanny, beginning as a 'Mommy's helper' at the age of 11. Her new YouTube Series, Windy City Nanny  premiered this past August 21st with new episodes each week. She shares her experiences in "Nanny and Me", her beautifully illustrated debut book for children making the transition from being cared for solely by their parents to having a nanny in their home. Florence has been featured on National Shows like Home & Family, The Doctor & The Diva, FOX News, Good Day Chicago, WCIU, SiriusXM and more.   Her personal story Why she wanted to become a nanny Why Florence says “it takes a village!” What she learned by being a nanny for 15 years The need for nannies in present day times  Need for nannies to assist with school, and how to find one for that need What to look for in a nanny, and how to find the perfect one Red flags to look for when hiring a nanny  Florence’s web series and blog Her book, Nanny and Me And much more! Connect with Florence Website Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10   Living the Good Life Naturally To receive discount, use promo code BLENDED                                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Dr. Heather Maguire has spent over a decade studying behavior and working with children, parents, and educators. She’s the proud mama of two kids, a professor teaching school psychology courses, and the founder of Prism Behavior which helps parents manage challenging behavior with confidence. She connects with parents on her podcast and social media, which we will talk about. Her free parenting guide, which we will also tell you how to get later, will assist parents who want to learn practical ways to motivate their kiddos.    Her personal story What is Prism Behavior, and how did it come to be? Why prism behavior is successful What types of parenting approaches do NOT work with a defiant child Some common behavior issues, and best approaches Sleeping issues Picky Eating Lying Tantrums  Heather’s offerings Podcast (Prism Parenting) Video Blog  Course (Parenting with Confidence) Advice for parents struggling with defiant children today And much more!   Connect with Heather Website Instagram Facebook Get your Prism Behavior Free Guide HERE   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally-Purchase HERE To receive a discount, use promo code BLENDED   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10                                      

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Living the Good Life Naturally was founded in 2002 as a family-owned company that focuses on natural health solutions, magnesium, clean whole food supplements, and healthy skin care products. Founder Kristen Bowen and her team strive to use only the cleanest and ethically sourced ingredients in their products. LTGLN supports the Uganda project that provides fair income to women entrepreneurs in Uganda rendering their cocoa butter in communal kitchens. They in turn use that income to feed and educate their children. Kristen empowers women with live workshops, online classes, and natural personal care products. In this interview we discuss:   Her personal story Her blended family experience  Trauma and its effects on health Why she started her wellness business, Living the Good Life Naturally  Why we cannot neglect our health and self care as parents The importance of magnesium, and how it can help us The importance of gratitude and how it can help our health  Giveaways And much more!   Connect with Kristen Website Use Promo code BLENDED for a special discount! Facebook Instagram   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are! Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   Living the Good Life Naturally-Purchase HERE To receive a discount, use promo code BLENDED   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10                   

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Ryan Callahan is an accomplished author, husband, foster and adoptive dad, and an advocate for vulnerable children. He spends his days coaching, counseling, and helping families go from surviving to thriving. He Joins me to talk about his book, Save the World, Buy a Placemat! In this interview we discuss   His personal story Why he decided to write the book Save the World, Buy a Placemat The evolution of family meals over the years Benefits of family meal time for the mind, body, and soul Tips for successful mealtimes How to implement mealtimes even if it’s late And much more!   Connect with Ryan Website Facebook Instagram Buy the Book HERE   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP   90 Day Reset Program The Conscious Parenting Revolution  To receive a 10% discount, use promo code BLENDED10                   

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Jacqueline Newman is the managing partner at the matrimonial law firm Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein LLP in Manhattan. Jacqueline's practice consists of litigation, collaborative law and mediation. She specializes in complex high net worth matrimonial cases and also in negotiating prenuptial agreements. The author of The New Rules of Divorce, Newman has appeared as an expert commentator on various television and radio shows and has been quoted as an expert in numerous publications, including Fox's Business, NBC News, ABC News, CBS News, The New York Times, Woman's Day, Glamour, the New York Post, Reuters.com, Crain's New York Business, U.S. News and World Report, Business Insider, Time.com, USA Today, Yahoo Parenting, Woman's Day, CNBC.com and The Huffington Post.     Her personal story What prompted her to work in this area of law Impact of  COVID on divorce around the country Five ways COVID-19 will have an unprecedented and historic impact on divorce  Tips on how to navigate challenges surrounding masks, vaccines, etc Her book, The New Rules of Divorce, Twelve Secrets to Protecting Your Wealth, Health, and Happiness And much more!   Connect with Jacqueline Personal Website Company Website Email Buy The New Rules of Divorce HERE Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Jen Lumanlan holds an M.S. in Psychology (Child Development) and an M.Ed., and is the host of  Your Parenting Mojo podcast which is a reference guide for parents of toddlers and preschoolers based on scientific researchers and the principles of respectful parenting.  In each issue she examines a topic related to parenting and child development from all sides to help parents understand how to make decisions about raising their children.  She lives in California with her husband and daughter.    Her personal story  COVID and how it’s affected schooling How to decide between in person education as opposed to homeschooling How we can plan for the future  Courses on education and homeschooling The Parenting Mojo Podcast Future projects Advice for listeners And much more!   Connect with Jen Website Facebook Twitter Instagram Pinterest   Finding your Parenting Mojo Membership Child’s Learning Mojo Membership Homeschooling Mojo Course Confident Homeschooler Short Course Pandemic Pods in a box Course Your Child's Learning Mojo Membership Schemas Blog post (mentioned in interview) Hold on to Your Kids (Book mentioned in interview)   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Katherine Sellery, 3x TEDx speaker, has taught thousands of parents in a Conscious Parenting Revolution for resilient, considerate, centered and empowered kids who know their inner voice and honor it. Katherine has been coaching parents, children and executives on conscious communication for over 16 years. In this interview we discuss   Her personal story How the conscious parenting revolution came to be What is Conscious and effective parenting, and why it’s helpful to you and your child How this method of parenting can help the relationship between parent and child Tips on effective communication Discipline do’s and don'ts  How to not give your power away Course that Katherine offers (beginning Sept 28, 2020) And much more!   Connect with Katherine Website Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn   Upcoming Webinar (September 28, 2020) 90 Day Reset Program - Use Promo Code BLENDED10 Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Carole Lieberman, M.D., M.P.H. is a board-certified Beverly Hills psychiatrist and an award-winning and bestselling author. She was trained at NYU-Bellevue and at Anna Freud's London Clinic. She has served on the Clinical Faculty of UCLA's Neuropsychiatric Institute for years.  When Dr. Carole isn't seeing patients or testifying at trials as a forensic psychiatrist/expert witness, she's working as a three-time, Emmy-honored TV personality who has appeared on Oprah, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, Fox News, HLN, ET, ABC, CBS, NBC and many more.  Additionally, Dr. Carole hosts two radio shows/podcasts and travels the world speaking about her books, especially her latest book for children (and their parents and teachers), Lions and Tigers and Terrorists, Oh My! How to Protect Your Child in a Time of Terror.   Her personal story Current events, COVID, and how it's affecting people Crisis fatigue-what is it, and why are we seeing so much of it Ten symptoms (and solutions) of crisis fatigue How to help our children through these times And much more!   Connect With Dr. Carole Website (The Terrorist Therapist) Website (Dr. Carole) Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com    IAN MORGAN CRON is a bestselling author, psychotherapist, Enneagram teacher, Episcopal priest, and the host of the popular podcast, Typology. His books include the national bestseller, The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery, his novel Chasing Francis, and the spiritual memoir Jesus, My Father, the CIA, and Me. Known for his transparency, humor and depth of insight into the inner workings of the human heart and mind, Ian uses the Enneagram personality-typing system as a tool to help leaders cultivate self-awareness and emotional wisdom. He is a sought-after speaker, thinker and advisor to a growing roster of clients such as the Discovery Channel, Ramsey Solutions, Michael Hyatt Company, Warner Brothers Music, OCLC, among others. He and his wife, Anne, have three children and live in Nashville, Tennessee.   In this show we discuss   His personal story  What brought him into working with Enneagram  What an enneagram is, and why it’s important  How personality types affect our parenting style Some examples of parenting types, and their pitfalls Why knowing your family’s personality types can help create a healthier blended family  What the report includes  His podcast, Typology Business Made Simple, the online enneagram course The Road Back to You (his book)  His Youtube channel And much more!   Connect with Ian Cron Website Get your Enneagram HERE (use the code BLENDEDFAMILY for a 10% discount) Order the book The Road Back To You Typology Podcast Business Made Simple YouTube   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com April and Loren are the hosts of the Co-Parenting Past Chaos Podcast.  They are the wife and former wife of the same man.  Collectively, they co-parent six children, all while living in the same neighborhood.  During their three-year courtroom, custody battle, they encountered several trials and tribulations.  Despite the past, these two courageous women have worked very hard to create an everlasting friendship.  Their goal to shed a positive light on co-parenting, while advocating for better communication for the parents of children in broken homes. Together, they hope to use their experience to build a community of blended families that focus on putting the children’s needs above their own. They join this episode to discuss   Their personal story How their relationship has evolved over time How the rest of their family interacts together  How they handle discipline and structure Benefits of being best friends with the other mom Challenges of being best friends with the other mom Advice for families who do not have this type of relationship  Their Co Parenting Past Chaos podcast And MUCH more! Connect with April and Loren Website Instagram Facebook Podcast   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Cynthia Cummin’s is a top Realtor and mindful living expert in San Francisco, with 3 decades’ of hard-won wisdom on everything to do with home and real estate. Her blog - RealEstateTherapy.org - addresses the deeper meanings of home and real estate, and her perspectives on that subject shed new light on a topic that’s usually reduced to a recitation of statistics and top-ten tips for the homeowner. In this interview we discuss Her personal story Her blended family, and how it’s helped her in her business Why she loves real estate Her blog, Real Estate Therapy The importance of a good living arrangement in a blended family Things to consider before buying a home  How to create peaceful space, and the importance of finding it in a home What are some changes people can make to a home to make it work rather than feeling like they have to separate or find a different home How important is it to consider our children’s feelings throughout the process of buying a home, and what are some things we should think about when it comes to making the transition smooth for them? How can we bring a little mindfulness onto our own homes And much more!   Connect with Cynthia Website Blog Facebook Twitter Linkedin Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Learn how to get out of DEBT here! Learn how to create an affordable WILL and ESTATE here!        

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   The current state of affairs in our world is leaving many confused and downright angry. Regardless of anyone’s viewpoint, I think we can all agree that we see the very worst in people lately. In this show, I’m going to share why it’s important to hold space for those people, even if we do not agree with them or their actions. In the home it is equally as important to hold space for those close to you. I’m also going to give you tips on how to do it, as well as what not to do! Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Christina is back for a second time, once again getting vulnerable. She shares some recent events in her blended family in the hopes it can help others! Connect with her in our private facebook group! Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP                     

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com     Connect with Michael Website Facebook (personal) Facebook (Youth Voices Center) Linkedin Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Learn how to get out of DEBT here! Learn how to create an affordable WILL and ESTATE here!                   

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Tim is founder and CEO of LeaderFactor and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. He is the author of 5 books and has extensive leadership skills.  The book we will be discussing in this conversation is called the 4 Stages of Psychological Safety.  Tim has written more than 150 articles on leadership, change, strategy, human capital, culture, and employee engagement. He is a highly sought-after advisor, coach, and facilitator to CEOs and senior leadership teams and he has worked with leading organizations around the world. In this interview,  he is going to explain how the information is just as relevant in the home as it is in the workplace. In this conversation, we discuss   His personal story The book, The 4 Stages of Psychological Safety, and who it’s for Importance of leadership in a blended family Description of  the four stages, as referenced in the book Lots of tips on leading a blended family And MUCH MORE! Connect with Tim Website Linkedin Buy the Book Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Learn how to get out of DEBT here! Learn how to create an affordable WILL and ESTATE here!                   

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   Mort Fertel is a leading authority on the psychology of relationships with a global reputation for saving marriages. He’s the creator of Marriage Fitness, a relationship renewal system that has saved millions of couples from marital crisis. Mort is also the author of the book Marriage Fitness: 4 Steps to Building & Maintaining Phenomenal Love. Mort is here to share his proven strategies for creating a fulfilling, successful relationship. In this interview, we discuss His personal story of trauma Why he is passionate about helping couples with their marriage Divorce rates and blended families (why blended families are challenging) Why tackling your marital problems is NOT the answer to relationship success 3 fundamental flaws of traditional marriage counseling 7 secrets for fixing your marriage What is Marriage Fitness, the program and book Parting advice for listeners  And much more!   Connect with Mort Start Here Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!                   

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   This Father’s Day, I am featuring two special stepdads!    Jeff Cairo is a stepdad who is really loving his new role in the blended family. He and his step daughter get along so well, that Jeff was inspired to write a book about it. He joins the show to share his experience and his book!   Connect With Jeff Cairo Website Buy the book Recipe of a Stepdad HERE   Gerardo Campbell is a stepfather veteran of 16+ years. Back in 1995, there were little, if any, resources, information or coaching available for stepfathers. So he became a stepfather equipped with the very best intentions combined with his own perceptions, expectations and very little outside preparation. Reflecting back he understands why his marriage ended in divorce. Now, through his website, he wants to share with you his experience, his lessons learned, and the lessons learned from others.    Connect With Gerardo Campbell Website Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Pinterest   Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!

melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com www.blendedfamilypodcast.com   I’ll discuss some current events, including the current show of racism in the world. Then I’m joined by a listener who shares her experiences of a blended family in this co host special! Connect with me Join the Private Facebook Group Connect with me on Facebook Connect with me on Twitter Connect with me on Instagram   Send questions or feedback to melissa@blendedfamilypodcast.com Send me a voicemail at Speakpipe Visit the website at www.blendedfamilypodcast.com Sign up for my monthly newsletter Listen and Rate/Review on Itunes   Schedule an interview, coaching session, or financial review here Take my money quiz here to see how financially literate you are!   Check out the BEST co parenting app, Fayr To receive a special discount, use promo code Blended!   Check out the Nacho Kids Program! To receive a special discount, use promo code BFP