Radical Stepmoms

Christina welcomes special guest Dr. Karin Anderson Abrell to chat about love and life within a blended family. Dr. Karin is a Psychologist, author, host of the Love & Life Podcast AND she’s a stepmom! Christina and Karin discuss the complexities of moving through resentment, insecurities and loss of identity when navigating a blended family. What is the key to making a second (or more) marria...

Listen in as Christina and Genet catch up admist all the social distancing. They discuss how their blended families are being impacted, and how they're handling the increased challenges. They also open up about some hard conversations they've had with their partners and discuss the ways comfort levels can evolve with their stepkiddos.  We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @ra...

Genet & Christina dedicate this episode to all the amazing partners out there.  We’ve taken on this stepmom role because you stole our hearts. And even when it’s hard, it’s better because we‘re in it together. Obviously, we love you...but for fuck sake we need you to understand some things.  We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicals...

Genet & Christina welcome Maarit, the Stepmama behind Blended Family Frappé!! In this episode Maarit shares her story of what it’s like to raise teenagers, the art of disengaging and how to preserve your marriage through the hard times. We had SO much fun in this episode! We hope you enjoy! We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicalstepmomspodc...

They are more than just Stepmoms. Who were they before they dove into their roles, and how do they stay connected to their other identities? In this episode Genet & Christina talk how to keep true to yourself and answer listener‘s questions on hobbies, favorites and more.  Grab your beverage of choice and get to know the girls on a different level...cheers!  We are more than just a p...

Genet & Christina sit down with Gabrielle Hartley and discuss the complexities of blended family life... through the eyes of a divorce attorney. Gabrielle provides insights on mediation, the stepmom role and how to hold compassion during high conflict.   G&C will always keep it real and authentic when discussing the realities of their co-parenting issues, but they were drawn to Gabrie...

Genet & Christina pour a bottle of wine and answer their follower’s most frequently asked questions.  “How do you handle being the non-preferred house?”....  “How much information do you share with the kids about baby mama drama?” ..... and more.  Listen in ladies...this one is a gem. ______________________ We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspo...

Christina and Genet kick off Season 2 by discussing the resentment they experience within their marriages, how they communicate those emotions to their partners and the challenges of “stepping back” when no one else will step up. We’re excited for a new season! As always, thanks for listening! Episode Notes: Marriage/Relationship Support: www. Gottman.com  ______________________ We are more t...

Genet & Christina wrap up 2019 & Season One! They have an open discussion about what it means to be “radical”, the pressures of being a “picture perfect” blended family and why it’s important to keep dating your spouse. There MAY have been 2 bottles of wine involved in the making of this one...so cheers, and Happy Holidays! ****Note From G&C: Thank you so much for all your support this...

The holidays are upon us! It’s a beautifully chaotic time and Genet and Christina share how their blended families cope. They talk schedules, how they handle traditions and how to keep the spirit alive! They also delve into the complexities of the relationships with the in-laws. Here’s a hint...it involves wine. Happy Holiday's, Mamas.  ______________________ We are more than just a podcast:...

Genet’s back on air and is ready to share what’s been going on in her stepmom world! Parenting Plans, attorney fees and court dates, oh my! What happens after spending months in court?? Listen in to find out! _____________________ We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com We provide 1:1 stepmom support so you never have to feel...

You asked and we’re answering! Christina and her husband sit down and answer listener's questions about co-parenting! They get candid about  how their blended family impacts their marriage and how they cope. Disclaimer : You'll hear a BLEEP about midway through because hubby broke the rules and accidentally said their son's name (he's new, so we'll forgive him).  Hope you enjoy the episo...

Christina welcomes special co-host, Holly to Episode 8....the last of the “Ours Baby” series. The two sip wine and chat about what it was like to integrate an “Ours Baby” into their families. They discuss the transition into being a biological mother, the joys of seeing their stepchildren bond with baby and the inevitable stressors of navigating the new family dynamic. They cover a lot in this Epi...

Genet & Christina continue their “Ours Baby” series by discussing the F word.... FERTILITY. They welcome Sydney, a stepmom to two boys, who openly shares her struggles & triumphs of trying for a baby.   If after listening to this episode, you wish to contact Sydney, you may message or email us. Or you can find her on Instagram @sydvicious1980 ______________________ We are more th...

Genet & Christina catch up on their Step Mama lives...and then dive into their experiences of being a "Childless Stepmom". Genet shares her thoughts on trying for an "Ours Baby". We get a little deep and shed a little tears in this one, guys! Listen in!  ______________________ We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com W...

In Episode 5 Genet & Christina welcome their first guests, the Gipford Moms (the P is silent), Erin & Tina. Get this...Erin is the Biomom and Tina is the Stepmom! They discuss how Erin & Tina navigate co-parenting and how in the world they are friends! Being friends with BM is uncommon in our world... listen in and get to know this very special parenting team!  ___________________...

In this episode, Genet & Christina discuss their own parenting styles, and how they handle the tension caused when it’s WAY different than BMs... or their husbands. They also answer questions from their listeners. ______________________ We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com We provide 1:1 stepmom support so you never hav...

In Episode 3, Genet & Christina open up about the blurred lines of “boundaries”. They end with answering a few questions from their listeners. ______________________ We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com We provide 1:1 stepmom support so you never have to feel alone in this journey.

What happens when your home’s happiness is dependent on baby mama stepping up and being a mom?! In Episode 2, Genet and Christina get real and vulnerable and dive into the current issues they’re battling. We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com We provide 1:1 stepmom support so you never have to feel alone in this journey.

In their First Episode Genet and Christina introduce themselves and talk about their intentions for starting this podcast. They also dive into what Mother’s Day looks like for Stepmoms. We are more than just a podcast: Find us on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast or www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com We provide 1:1 stepmom support so you never have to feel alone in this journey.