Round 4 of Group Therapy! Today, Kendra and her mom (Nitro Nana, a licensed therapist), discuss the challenges and dynamics of blending families. Kendra shares her experience growing up in a blended household, her parents’ multiple marriages, and her own journey with introducing a new partner to her kids after divorce. They discuss the right time to make the introduction, handling children’s reactions, and their biggest tips and tricks to help things go as smoothly as possible (and what to do if sh*t hits the fan). Nana shares the importance of building trust and being honest throughout the process. Tune in to today’s episode for some helpful advice on a sometimes sticky situation. 

TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 Introduction to The Summer of Me

00:33 Welcoming Nana and Discussing Blended Families

01:01 Personal Experiences

02:39 Challenges and Insights

03:42 Therapist's Perspective

07:12 Navigating Relationships and Family Dynamics

09:28 Tips for Successfully Blending Families

16:23 Common Concerns and Questions

30:51 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

 

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