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In this episode, Katie talks to Jackie—a mum to one and stepmum to two—about the kind of stepfamily experience that rarely gets spoken about.

Jackie shares what it was like to live in a home where she didn’t feel safe. After her stepson began stealing from her, she had to put locks on her bedroom door and spent years walking on eggshells. It was a time filled with anxiety, confusion, and emotional exhaustion.

Together, Katie and Jackie explore:

• What it feels like when your home doesn’t feel like yours
• The emotional toll of living in survival mode as a stepmum
• How to navigate trust issues and protect your boundaries
• The impact on your relationship when you’re constantly on edge
• What healing looks like after years of feeling unsafe

This is a brave, honest conversation for any stepmum who’s been through the wringer and wondered if things could ever feel normal again. Jackie’s story is a powerful reminder that you’re not alone—and that support is out there.

Keywords: struggling stepmum, stepmum support, stepfamily conflict, stepmum boundaries, stepmum mental health, stepmum podcast, stepmum and trust issues, blended family stress, emotional safety in stepfamilies, stepmum survival, stepmum validation

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• Book a free intro coaching call: stepmumspace.com/booking
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🎧 Listen now—and share with a stepmum who needs to hear that her safety, peace, and voice matter.

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