This week, Scott and Vanessa discuss how to establish healthy boundaries with a co-parent during the child’s transition from one home to the other. They talk about their experiences during both successful and challenging co-parenting seasons. They also shed light on essential factors to consider when creating boundaries with an ex-spouse and emphasize the importance of prioritizing children's needs.

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Financial planning in blended families can be complex and overwhelming. This episode talks through practical steps to simplify and start planning. We cover vital facets of financial well-being, including transparent money management, strategic estate planning, beneficiary designations, and the importance of tax planning.

You don't want to miss the conversation Vanessa and Scott Martindale have with Tim & Alexis Woodward are Certified Financial Planners™, Certified Kingdom Advisors® and Co-Founders of Blend Wealth, a Kingdom-focused financial planning firm that serves clients virtually all over the country.

Budgeting apps mentioned:
You Need a Budget (YNAB)- https://www.ynab.com/
Everydollar- https://www.ramseysolutions.com/ramseyplus/everydollar
FaithFi - https://www.faithfi.com/
 

You can connect with Tim and Alexis at:
Website: https://blendwealth.com/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theblendcouple/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/blendwealth 
Twitter: https://twitter.com/theblendcouple

#blendedkingdomfamilies #christianpodcast #financialplanning #marriagepodcast

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

Scott and Vanessa talk about the importance of discussing finances with your spouse when you are newly blended, especially if the two of you did not have those conversations before marriage. They also offer suggestions for ongoing financial conversations moving forward. 

If you’re newly blended and you haven’t talked about money, it’s important to start having those financial conversations as soon as you can. Lay it all out on the table: monthly bills, consumer debt, child support, sources of income, a monthly budget, and any triggers from a past marriage. Also discuss whether the stepparent will participate in the financial obligations related to their stepchildren. Transparent, ongoing conversations around money is a key aspect of a healthy marriage.

We pray this podcast blessed you today! 

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

In this special episode, BKF founders Scott and Vanessa Martindale talk about the unique situations blended families face as school ramps up for another year. They discuss how parents and co-parents can prepare for school and how to help their children and stepchildren thrive in an educational setting. They also offer practical suggestions for using back-to-school activities as an opportunity to build bridges with co-parents.

We pray this podcast blessed you today! 

Resources
Free download for 7 Prayers for the New School Year: http://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/7-Prayers-for-the-New-School-Year.pdf

Blended Family Conference - in person or watch online
https://blendedkingdomfamiliesministries.brushfire.com/blendedcouplesconference/540816

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

This episode is the first in a new series, “Blended Family Finances.” Scott Martidale shares his perspective as a therapist. He has worked with many couples who are in conflict because they don’t know how to handle finances as a blended family.  He suggests areas of financial conversations to discuss before marriage, as well as ongoing money conversations that are important for blended family finances.

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

This is the fourth and final episode in our series on sibling unity in blended families. Scott and Vanessa tackle the topic of creating unity among siblings and stepsiblings when you are beginning to blend. They provide a child’s perspective of blending  (it’s not easy!), and they explain why the kids can get along one minute but despise each other the next (it’s normal!).  If you and your new spouse bring children into the marriage, this episode should be at the top of your playlist!

We pray this podcast blessed you today! 

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

In this third episode in our series “Sibling Unity in Blended Families,” we talk about helping step siblings build strong bonds when there is a significant age gap. We share from our childhood experiences of having step siblings, and we offer suggestions for fostering step sibling relationships despite the differences in ages. If you are a parent, stepparent, or co-parent of step siblings, check out this episode!

We pray this podcast blessed you today! 

#blendedkingdomfamilies #restoredfamilymovement #stepsiblings #stepfamilies #blendedandredeemed #blendedfamilies #stepbrothers #stepsisters

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

This is our second episode in our series, “Sibling Unity in Blended Families.” If your children and stepchildren are struggling to get along, this podcast is for you! We give you an honest look at siblings and stepsiblings, what to expect as your family blends (all kids argue from time to time!), and practical suggestions for fostering better relationships among them.

We pray this podcast blesses you! 

#blendedkingdomfamilies #blendedandredeemed #stepsibilingrivalry #stepsiblings #siblingrivalry #blendingafamily #blendedfamilies #stepmom #stepdad #christianparenting

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

This podcast kicks off a new series on sibling unity in blended families. Scott and Vanessa offer practical tips for working toward sibling unity and the challenges inherent when two families merge into one.

We pray this podcast blessed you today! #blendedkingdomfamilies #restoredfamilymovement

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website

This is the fifth episode in our series on the biological parent-stepparent relationship. Vanessa and Scott talk about the benefits of developing a good relationship–and possibly a friendship–with our ex and their spouse. They discuss how these relationships can make co-parenting smoother and help our children and stepchildren thrive in the home and beyond.

We pray this podcast blessed you today! 

#blendedkingdomfamilies #restoredfamilymovement #christianfamilypodcast #christianpodcasts #coparenting #stepparenting #stepparents #reconcilation #childrenofdivorce #singleparent #lifeafterdivorce #divorcesupport #raisinghealthykids 

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community? Connect with us: https://linktr.ee/blendedkingdomfamilies

Want to join the Blended Kingdom Families Community?
Connect with us: Instagram, Facebook, YouTube,
To support this ministry and help ensure that blended families around the world continue to receive biblical equipping click here: https://blendedkingdomfamilies.com/donate/
For more resources visit: Blended Kingdom Families Website