The Stepmom Side Podcast

Beth Tyson, MA is a psychotherapist, childhood trauma consultant, 3x best-selling author, CASA volunteer, and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Prevention Team co-chair. Beth provides trauma-responsive training, speaking, and consulting to organizations that support the mental health of children and families. She is also the author of A Grandfamily for Sullivan , a children’s book for children raised by th...

This episode dives into the emotional turbulence of transition and co-parenting, especially for step-parents navigating messy logistics and emotional overload. We explore practical strategies for coping with uncertainty, setting personal boundaries, and communicating needs without sacrificing mental health or relationship harmony. Key Themes & Takeaways: Transitioning from part-time to full-ti...

Abby is a content creator discussing the inequities of domestic labor in relationships. She’s a full-time working mom of two kids and works in social and digital strategy.  In this episode, Abby talks about how she started as a "mommy influencer" and then "accidentally" switched to shedding light on the inequality of domestic labor-aka: running the household. Connect with Abby:...

Destini Ann is a parent coach, author, and international speaker. Her genuine personality shines through as she translates the intricate psychology of parenting into relatable, digestible content for her community. With her empathetic teaching style, Destini empowers parents to reshape the culture of their homes through conscious communication, intentional connection, and positive discipline. In t...

Any of this sound relatable? You think the kids should be doing X, but your partner is ok with them doing Y. You think if you're MORE loving/kind, the ex will like you. Your partner thinks you should enjoy having the kids around every.damn.minute. Sounds like "Let Down City", right? Listen in as I walk you through why your expectations set you up for failure and how to help alleviat...

This episode is jam packed with so much information and a heartbreaking story that had me tear up. Mick and Kindra discuss the following: -What is parental alienation? -How hard is it to prove? -Why the court system is a "money making" machine -What is an "offense report"? -Why stepping away can actually help the child Kindra has been subject to parental alienation for the past...

In this podcast, you'll hear about: -What my stepson's first impression of me was -What it was like going back and forth -Why he was nervous about moving in full time -How he views me now -How a stepmom can make things easier ...and then some. Be prepared to laugh through this episode and hear the inner workings of our relationship.  Let me know what resonates with you! Support the show...

What 2023 was like behind the scenes.... -coached more stepmoms than ever! -launched Resentment to Relief: A Stepmom's Guide to Letting Go -added "Quick Wins" to The Stepmom Side Community -switched platforms for the community -LAUNCHED THIS PODCAST! ...and more. Part of this episode turns into the coaching call you might not know you needed. ❤️ Support the show Want a specific topi...

As an occupational therapist, Liz has worked with young children who had a variety of sensory processing challenges, and found it  fulfilling to help them and their families navigate all the parts of their day— getting dressed, brushing teeth and hair, eating, going to school, participating in the classroom.  When COVID hit and Liz found herself daydreaming about planning trips for my own family,...

Sydney is a proud Seattleite boymom and the Founder CEO of Exes & Babies, a co-parent support organization devoted to uplifting and upleveling the co-parent community. In this episode, Sydney talks openly about what she and her ex did to set up their coparenting dynamic up for success. How she had an agenda (literally) when she met her kid's stepmom for the first time. Why seeing her ex h...

Ever wondered what having an "Ours Baby" would be like? Would having your own baby help your dynamic? Make it worse? What about using your stepkids's stuff to save money? What did the ex think? The kids? Were the in-laws weird about it and treat your kid differently? All of these questions and more are answered! I mentioned episode #18  "How To Navigate The Holiday Season"...

After burning out at work and losing herself in a long-term relationship, Helen Snape realised that she had the ‘disease to please’, discovered the magic of boundaries and is now passionate about helping other over-givers do the same. Helen has combined what she has learnt throughout her HR career, her Psychology degree and coaching qualifications and experience to become both an award-winning Hea...

Georgie Bryant is a work/life balance coach and time management expert. She helps working women perfect their schedules at work and home. After becoming a mum and returning to work, Georgie created her work/life balance coaching framework to get on top of it all. Through her one-on-one coaching and digital products, Georgie teaches you how to balance your schedule, so no one in your life (especial...

This episode is a bit vulnerable. I share real feelings, petty thoughts (and actions), and what the holiday season looked like for me in the beginning. Spoiler alert: it wasn't all sparkly magic with a beautiful silver glitter explosion. I walk you through what my husband I did to carve out our tradition-something without the kids! Yes, even now without our daughter. In this episode, I mentio...

A B- gift-giver by nature, Patrick Kucharson runs Better Gift Coach, a free newsletter that is a weekly 1-minute shortcut to always having awesome gift ideas well in advance. Each week, he enjoys sharing a story of the best gift someone has ever received, analyzing it, and providing guidance on how others can replicate it. Just in time for the holiday season, this episode is all about gift giving...

Dr. Mike Rucker is an organizational psychologist, behavioral scientist, and charter member of the International Positive Psychology Association. He has been academically published in publications like the International Journal of Workplace Health Management . His ideas about fun and health have been featured in The Wall Street Journal , Washington Post , Fast Company, Psychology Today , Forbes, V...

There are many nuances when it comes to being a stepmom of any kind. There are differences between the two, and, yet, the struggles/emotions you'll feel are very similar. Listen in on for tips on how to overcome a few of the different challenges. Why? I can't take my coaching hat off and not help you through this. If you want more 1:1 help, coaching is the way to go. Pssst! If you'r...

Celia Kibler is a Best-Selling Author, a Family Empowerment Coach and Founder of the Day of Calm Foundation, Pumped Up Parenting (PUP), Funfit® Family Fitness, and Host of PUP Podcast. She is the Mom of 5 kids; 2 she gave birth to & 3 she gained from marriage; as well as a Grandma of 9. She has successfully parented a blended family for over 29 years. Celia is on a Mission to stop 10,000,000 P...

Nisanka is a Trauma Aware Life Coach, a Holistic Practitioner, a mother, a poet, a writer and a trauma. She helps parents who parent with a narcissistic partner or ex to preserve sanity, take their life back and support their children. Nisanka's experience of growing up in highly narcissistic environments and later being in  narcissistic relationships led her to reflect on her own life at a p...

Sharon Costanzo is a relationship coach and communication expert. She specializes in helping women improve the communication in their marriage so they can work through their challenges without feeling like a bully or a doormat. She is the host of the Keep Talking Revolution podcast and founder of Respected and Connected. She dives into how to reframe complaints, why having date night OUTSIDE of th...

This episode covers quite a bit...and in typical fashion, has hard truths with a little humor sprinkled in. Being a Stepmom is hard and lonely; just know you aren't on this journey on your own. There is someone else that has experience what you are going through. Sending you all the love, and if you're looking for additional support, The Stepmom Side Community is just the place for you!...

Nate Webb is a bully expert, a resiliency trainer, a professional School counselor, and a certified digital safety educator. Nate endured relentless bullying as a kid. Bullies and social media almost ended his life. Drawing from his experiences and from his studies as a professional school counselor, he passionately educates others about bullying, the dangers of social media, and how to raise resi...

Brittney is a mom of 4 in a 'yours, mine, and ours' dynamic and a certified coach and teacher. She has personal experience in blending her own family and spent many years learning strategies in the 'school of hard knocks'. Her approach is centered around empowering women to strengthen themselves, which ultimately influences and benefits the whole family. Follow Brittney on Inst...

In this episode, Alicia chats with Bill Nelson, a Certified Financial Planner and Certified Financial Therapist Professional, who has been guiding engaged and newlywed couples since 2016. Bill's unique approach combines financial planning with understanding the emotional and psychological aspects of money—a powerful mix for helping couples set a strong financial foundation. Whether you'r...

Listen in as Anna Skates, child and family advocate, shares her journey and passion for rethinking relationships with kids. In this episode, we dive deep into Anna’s experience of conscious parenting, balancing step-parent roles, and why every child deserves respect and space to grow as individuals. Learn how Anna’s background as a children’s pastor sparked her advocacy and the insights she’s gain...