Best Stepparenting Co Podcasts (2025)

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💩 Co-parenting with a narcissist 4:48

8d ago4:48

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Stepfamilies in high conflict situations need different strategies and resources than other blended families. So many of the typical co-parenting advice out there does not apply when the ex is a nightmare narcissist. And stepparents in high conflict need extra support, too — which is why we’re here. Because holy cow this is NOT what you signed up f…

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Unified Parenting in Blended Families 18:27

6h ago18:27

18:27

Struggling to get on the same page with parenting in your blended family? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale share practical, biblical advice for couples who feel divided when it comes to parenting and discipline. This episode will help you learn practical skills to prote…

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🫥 Can stepparents step back without disappearing? 3:40

18h ago3:40

3:40

Let’s dispel some common myths about disengaging from our stepkids. Starting with #1: disengaging is not a bad thing. Read the full transcript on Substack >> -- ➡️ STRUGGLING? START HERE! 🧡 JOIN OUR SUPPORT COMMUNITY This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blendedfamilyfr…

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Episode 28: Visual forms of Expression...Yea or Nea!?!? 26:15

3d ago26:15

26:15

In episode 28 we run through the various ways our kids could have wanted to express themselves, with tattoos, piercings, hair styles and clothing. Are we shamming them through the trials or embracing their interests for who they are as individuals?By Tobi, AJ, Tyf & Jake

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Don't Pass The Torch 35:33

3d ago35:33

35:33

Welcome to season 5! We are back with updates on Shun's new film production endeavor and a topic to get the season started.By Shannon Brazil

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211. 8 Warning Signs Your Ex is Manipulating Your Child's Heart and Mind 42:54

6d ago42:54

42:54

We know how heartbreaking it can be when your child starts pulling away from you. It can leave you wondering if your ex is negatively influencing them behind the scenes. We’ve lived it. In this deeply personal episode, we open up about the painful season we went through with Kim’s daughter, Annika. We talk through how to recognize the signs of mani…

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What to Do When Step-Grandparents Reject Your Kids 16:38

7d ago16:38

16:38

What do you do when step-grandparents treat your kids like outsiders? On this week’s episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale answer a raw and emotional listener question: "What to do when step grandparents do not include my kids as their grandchildren?" They unpack the hurt, offer biblical perspectives, a…

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Simple Step: Avoid Competition and Negativity Traps 7:42

13d ago7:42

7:42

Resources Episode 210. Is Your Child Pulling Away? Here's How to Respond with Wisdom and Love Episode 207. 4 Big Myths About Parenting When an Ex Has Different Rules and How to Build Consistency Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know! We've made it easy. Jus…

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The Parenting Journey - Learning To Be Good To Your Kids AND To Yourself 49:23

14d ago49:23

49:23

This was an awesome conversation with my friend and bandmate, Mallory Anderson. Mallory is a wife, a mom, a musician, and phenomenal singer as well. In this episode we dig into parenting through the lens of your own upbringing - navigating differences in your own parenting style from how you were raised, different approaches to parenting multiple c…

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Fight for Your Marriage and Build a Lasting Legacy Today 27:06

14d ago27:06

27:06

In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale welcome marriage coaches and high school sweethearts Chad and Megan Lacefield, hosts of the Built for Two podcast. With over 30 years of marriage experience, they open up about the reality of fighting for your marriage, not against it, and what it really takes to …

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💐 To the stepmoms who never stop trying 4:11

15d ago4:11

4:11

Today is Stepmother's Day, a very real holiday that doesn’t seem to quite show up on anyone’s radar. Stores don’t carry "Happy Stepmother's Day!" cards. You’re not gonna see an ad like “Get Stepmom something as special as she is!” Technically the holiday exists… yet we're not actually acknowledged. Sounds about right. 🤦🏻‍♀️ Read the full transcript…

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Episode 26: Support or Pressure 33:32

17d ago33:32

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In episode 26, we discuss the futures of our children and how we navigate demonstrating what is important to their lives, goals and passion of purpose.By Tobi, AJ, Tyf & Jake

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Episode 25: Family Feud - Parenting Version 28:24

17d ago28:24

28:24

In episode 25, Tyf creates a Family Feud Game for the 3 other parents to play. Who will come out the winning parent of the night?!?!?

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210. Is Your Child Pulling Away? Here's How to Respond with Wisdom and Love 48:15

20d ago48:15

48:15

This one hits close to home for us. In this episode, we’re opening up about a painful season in our parenting journey when Kim’s daughter began pulling away from our home and requesting to spend more time at her dad’s. We know how confusing, heartbreaking, and disorienting this can be, especially for blended families with limited time together. Tha…

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How Quality Time Strengthens Blended Families 15:11

21d ago15:11

15:11

Do your kids or step-kids feel distant or disconnected? In this episode, we unpack why one-on-one quality time is a powerful tool for building deep relationships in blended families. Whether you're a stepparent or biological parent, learning how to connect with each child individually helps them feel safe, seen, and secure. We share real life tips,…

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🌷 Happy Mother's Day to the stepmoms! 2:53

22d ago2:53

2:53

As sucky as it is on a daily basis for our efforts to go unrecognized as stepmoms, there's really no day that hits home more than Mother's Day, and no day when it feels like more of a slap across the face to end up forgotten and overlooked. Thanks for all you do for your partners and your stepkids, today and every day. READ THE FULL TRANSCRIPT ON S…

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Simple Step: A Positive Approach to Building Trust 6:05

27d ago6:05

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Resources Episode 129. What does it take to build and maintain trust in your relationship? Episode 119. 6 Tips to Grow Empathy and Create More Connection in Your Marriage Episode 203. How to Make Better Decisions and Solve Problems as a United Team Episode 108. 3 Unity Breakers that are Detrimental to Your Connection and How You Can Avoid Them Epis…

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When Family Loyalties Hurt Your Marriage 15:26

28d ago15:26

15:26

In blended families, one of the biggest challenges couples face is divided loyalty—choosing between your spouse and your children or extended family. In this honest and hope-filled episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Scott and Vanessa discuss the emotional and spiritual toll of misplaced priorities in marriage. You’ll discover how putt…

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6 stepparenting lessons I learned from Star Wars 6:34

29d ago6:34

6:34

Okay yes stepfamily life is very complex and we all need lots of support, blah blah blah. But you know what else we need? To lighten the heck up sometimes! So today here’s a bunch of stepparenting tips candy-coated in delicious Star Wars lore. Which is more metaphorical to steplife than one might think. Read the full transcript on Substack >> This …

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209. Breaking Free from Self-Doubt: 5 Habits to Build Confidence and Trust in Yourself 34:27

1M ago34:27

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If you've ever wrestled with second-guessing yourself, feeling stuck in past mistakes, or wondering if you can truly trust yourself again, you're not alone. In this episode, we open up about the very real struggles with self-doubt that we’ve faced personally and that we often see in the blended couples we coach. Together, we're exploring five power…

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How God Heals Blended Families with Pastor Brandon Freeman 25:33

1M ago25:33

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In this powerful episode, Pastor Brandon Freeman, lead pastor of IMRSN Church, powerful communicator and character coach, shares his heartfelt testimony of how God transformed his blended family through hard conversations and radical obedience to the Holy Spirit. Pastor Brandon shares personal reflections about his blended family and how what began…

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Episode 24: Homebase, which Parent is up to bat?!? 26:01

1M ago26:01

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In episode 24, we discuss which home is the homebase for the child(ren), which parent is responsible for being the driver to school, appts, practices, etc.

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Simple Step: Building Respect with Teens 9:07

1M ago9:07

9:07

Additional Resources Episode 178. Suriving the Turbulent Teen Years: Expert Insight and Strategies for Today's Parent [with Dr. Michael Bradley] Episode 124. How to Effectively Parent Through Each Stage of Development - and Reduce Painful Interactions (Part 1) Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answ…

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Why Date Nights Matter in Blended Families 13:12

1M ago13:12

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In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott and Vanessa discuss the importance of continuing to date your spouse—even when life gets busy, budgets are tight, and parenting in a blended family adds extra layers. They share practical tips for creating meaningful connection through date nights, staying emotionally close, and how the…

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Episode 23: Let's Give Stepparents a Round of Applause 36:36

1M ago36:36

36:36

In episode 23, we discuss the dynamics between step parents and children in the households. Who does the disciplining? And can we please just get rid of the word step....UGH!

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208. The Transfer of Power: A Smart Strategy for Stepparents Left in Charge 32:43

2M ago32:43

32:43

In this episode, we share a practical and powerful strategy to help step-parents confidently navigate solo time with their stepchildren. Whether you're a biological parent or a step-parent, this episode is for you! You'll discover how preparation, communication, and teamwork can transform tension into opportunities for connection. The key? A simple…

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Blending Families After Loss: How to Trust God in Your Healing 29:41

2M ago29:41

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Blending a family is hard—but blending with adult children after loss adds a whole new level of emotional depth. In this heartfelt episode, we sit down with Uncover Marriage founders, Shannen Fields Braswell and Anthony Braswell to hear their inspiring faith-driven journey of building a blended family after grief. They walk through what it’s like t…

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Episode 22: Honesty 32:11

2M ago32:11

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In episode 22, we discuss how we personally feel about honesty in relationships and how it impacts us. We also strive to communicate the importance of honesty to our children in their relationships now and in the future.

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Simple Step: Helping Kids Navigate Change 8:11

2M ago8:11

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Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know! We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/share Ready for some extra support? We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help. You can connect with us…

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Episode 21: April Fools & Friendship Edition 33:51

2M ago33:51

33:51

In episode 21 we share April Fool's pranks we have played on us, as well as an honest discussion of the importance of friendship with our children's peers and how it impacts their lives.

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How to Talk to Your Spouse: Marriage Communication Advice That Works 18:23

2M ago18:23

18:23

Communication can make or break a marriage, especially in a blended family. In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale discuss the importance of effective communication in marriage. Learn how healthy conversations can prevent and resolve conflicts, strengthen trust, and create authentic, lasting bonds betw…

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Episode 20: Comin' Out, But we Don't Have any Closets in our Family. 37:22

2M ago37:22

37:22

In episode 20, we discover that communicating openly and honestly with our children, helps to rid fear in their choices of sexuality, beliefs, values and their general interests.

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207. 4 Big Myths About Parenting When an Ex Has Different Rules and How to Build Consistency 49:18

2M ago49:18

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Parenting in a blended family can be tough — especially when your ex has completely different rules and expectations. Today, we're tackling a common source of frustration: navigating household differences. We'll uncover the four biggest myths that keep blended couples stuck and reveal the counteractive truths that bring clarity, confidence, and col…

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Faith, Finances & Blended Families: How to Handle Money God’s Way 17:22

2M ago17:22

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Money can be one of the biggest stressors in a blended family, but it doesn’t have to be! In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, we dive into faith-based financial wisdom—how to navigate money in marriage, handle financial transparency, and trust God as your provider. In this episode Scott and Vanessa discuss: Should blended famil…

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Simple Step: Co-Parenting Pitfalls 5:46

2M ago5:46

5:46

Resources Episode 135. How to Set Appropriate Boundaries and Negotiate Well with your Ex-Spouse Episode 188. Basics for Blending: How to Tolerate and Manage Discomfort and Distress Episode 153. How to Empower Organization, Improve Communication and Create Peace Between Your Kids Two Homes Episode 112. 3 Dangerous Dynamics That Can Destroy Co-Parent…

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Co-Parenting Across 3 States: Navigating Travel, Custody Schedules & Blended Family Challenges 20:06

2M ago20:06

20:06

Co-parenting in one home is challenging—but what happens when you're coordinating custody across three states? In this insightful episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale sit down with BKF coaches and group leaders, Scott and Lindsay Schmitz, to share their personal journey of co-parenting across multiple states…

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Episode 18: Taking it Back 39:43

2M ago39:43

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In episode 18, we discuss how it all started. Taking it back, to way back when Tobi and Jake first started dating. Hang on, it's going to be a bumpy ride.By Tobi, AJ, Tyf & Jake

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Episode 19: Traveling as a Family 29:02

2M ago29:02

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In episode 19, we discuss the tactics of traveling as coparents and a large blended family. It's important to ensure all opinions are on the table, feelings are heard and fun is had by all.By Tobi, AJ, Tyf & Jake

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206. Avoid These 5 Common Pitfalls to Ensure a Successful Partnership 43:53

3M ago43:53

43:53

Does it ever feel like you are miles apart as a couple when it comes to leading your blended family? In this episode, we dive into the most common partnership pitfalls that couples face. From feeling unheard and untrusted to navigating misaligned parenting expectations, we unpack the challenges that often create disconnection, stress and conflict. …

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The Benefit of Small Groups and Coaching for Blended Families 27:46

3M ago27:46

27:46

In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, we sit down with BKF group leaders and coaches Scott and Lindsay Schmitz to explore the transformative impact of small groups on blended families. They share their personal experiences in leading small groups, how these communities provide support, and practical steps to start one in your own…

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Setting Boundaries with an Ex: How to Keep the Peace in Your Blended Family 36:18

3M ago36:18

36:18

Have you ever felt like no matter how clear you make your boundaries, your ex just won’t respect them? Co-parenting in a blended family can be tough—especially when an ex constantly oversteps, ignores agreements, or stirs up conflict. In this episode of Blended by Design, Daun and Travis Hall dive deep into the challenges of setting and enforcing b…

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Simple Step: Effective Consequences 8:15

3M ago8:15

8:15

Resources Episode 74. How to Develop Appropriate and Effective Consequences that Empower Responsibility Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know! We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/share Ready for some extra support?…

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Blended Family Bucket List: How to Create Meaningful Memories with Godly Vision 17:02

3M ago17:02

17:02

Have you ever thought about creating a family bucket list? While material goals can be fun, the most meaningful bucket list items focus on cherishing special moments, building lifelong memories, and celebrating blended family milestones together. In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Blended Family Bucket List: How to Create Mean…

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Episode 17 Forgiveness, Forgives You. 45:24

3M ago45:24

45:24

In episode 17, we delve into the world of forgiveness and how we emotionally and mentally work through struggles as individuals, parents and a family.By Tobi, AJ, Tyf & Jake

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Embracing the Role of a Stepparent: Finding Your Place in a New Family 40:54

3M ago40:54

40:54

Have you ever felt like an outsider in your own home? Being a stepparent in a blended family can bring unique challenges, and sometimes it feels like no matter what you do, you're always on the outside looking in. In this episode of Blended by Design, Daun and Travis Hall explore what it really means to feel like an outsider as a stepparent and sha…

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205. 4 Facets of Parenting: What Bio Parents Need to Know to Achieve Best Outcomes (Part 2) 39:52

3M ago39:52

39:52

We know firsthand that parenting in a blended family isn’t the same as parenting in a first family. A biological parent's role is crucial in helping kids adjust to change, supporting step-relationships, and keeping things running smoothly. But here’s the challenge—many bio parents either hold too tightly to their old parenting patterns or step back…

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Navigating Blended Family Marriage Well: What We Wish We Knew 23:51

3M ago23:51

23:51

Building a blended family comes with unique challenges—some we never saw coming! In this episode, Scott and Vanessa Martindale get real about what they wish they had known before blending their family. From step parenting struggles to managing relationships and expectations, why grace and patience are key in blended families and handling unexpected…

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Blending Isn't Always Beautiful: Real Talk on Navigating Family Dynamics 32:08

3M ago32:08

32:08

Blending families presents a formidable set of challenges that can be daunting to navigate. In our discussion, we share candid reflections on our personal journeys, underscoring that we have traversed similar difficulties in our quest to foster a harmonious family environment. Our podcast serves as a conduit through which we extend our support to o…

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Simple Step: A Stepparent's Role in Creating Enjoyment 7:00

3M ago7:00

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Resources Episode 136. How to Intentionally Create Positive Family Time and Reduce Relational Tension Episode 149. How to "Blend" Holiday Traditions and Create Meaningful Connection This Season Episode 85. How to Uniquely Build More Love and Connection in Your Blended Family [with Ron Deal] Suggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to dis…

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Asking A Pastor Hard Church Questions with Special Guest Pastor Wade Smith 23:18

3M ago23:18

23:18

Can you be a Christian without going to church? Many believers struggle with attending church due to their past, skepticism, or discomfort with church culture. In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott Martindale sits down with Pastor Wade Smith to answer your most pressing and difficult church questions. Listen in as they disc…

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