The Coparenting Chronicles

Send us Fan Mail Featuring "Paul" the most annoying dog we love to hate. Disclaimer: This episode is completely unhinged. Much like our parenting styles. No one tells you how much becoming a parent will change you. In Episode 10, we talk about the versions of ourselves that showed up after kids—the ones we didn’t plan for, didn’t expect, and definitely weren’t warned about. From the pare...

Send us Fan Mail Stepmoms get a reputation… and let’s just say, it’s not always accurate. In this episode, we’re unpacking the gap between the stereotype and the reality. From being labeled “too much” or “not enough,” to carrying the invisible mental load no one talks about—we’re diving into what it actually feels like to live this role day in and day out. Expect real talk, a little sarcasm, and t...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 8: When Coparenting Styles Clash — Finding Middle Ground Without Losing Yourself Coparenting isn’t one size fits and when parenting styles clash, it can feel exhausting, frustrating, and deeply personal. In this episode, we talk about what happens when expectations don’t align, communication breaks down, and you’re left wondering how to compromise without abandoning your o...

Send us Fan Mail If you grew up drinking Capri Sun and disappearing until dinner, this one’s for you. We’re comparing 90s parenting to parenting in 2026, exploring how a generation raised on independence (and questionable supervision) is now navigating gentle parenting, boundaries, and constant information overload. Was it neglect or did it make us resilient? We talk through the cultural shift, th...

Send us Fan Mail Co‑parenting isn’t one‑size‑fits‑all, especially when you’re juggling different ages, personalities, and blended family dynamics. In this episode, we break down how co‑parenting challenges can look wildly different with older kids versus younger ones, from communication and boundaries to loyalty conflicts and independence. We also get real about stepparenting: the expectations, th...

Send us Fan Mail This episode covers the complex realities of co-parenting after infidelity, pregnancy, and relationship challenges. Jenna and Chelsea share personal stories, insights on trust rebuilding, parallel parenting, and navigating new family dynamics, offering practical advice for difficult situations. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Chelsea and Jenna discuss the challenges of navigating outside opinions and judgments in blended families. They explore the stigma surrounding blended families, the importance of handling judgment gracefully, and the difference between viewing children as 'baggage' versus recognizing their life experiences. The conversation emphasizes the need for accept...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Chelsea and Jenna discuss the complexities of co-parenting during a child's illness, particularly focusing on the experience of navigating communication, grief, and support systems. They share personal stories about their relationships, the importance of therapy, and the role of community support in times of crisis. The conversation highlights the challenges...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re keeping it simple and getting personal. We’re sharing a little about who we are, how this podcast came to be, and what brought us behind the mic. Think of this as a casual introduction — the stories, perspectives, and personalities you’ll be hearing from each week. No pressure, no heavy topics, just a chance to get to know us and start the conversation. We’r...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re taking you all the way back to where our co‑parenting journey really began—the uncomfortable moments, the hesitant conversations, and the slow, sometimes messy, always human steps that took us from “umm… hi?” to becoming true teammates for our kids. We open up about the early days: the awkward energy, the uncertainty. We walk through the turning points, the...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 1 - Sleepovers: The Co-parenting Battle No One Talks About Welcome to the very first episode of Co-parenting Chronicles! Thank you so much for tuning in. We chose sleepovers as our kickoff topic because of a recent situation between our two homes that had us thinking about co‑parenting and sleepovers. Navigating sleepovers can already be tricky, but add co‑parenting into t...