Stepping Forward Podcast

Rachel and Sara interview Jennifer Conkey of LeadHership Coaching. She and her partner are both working stepmoms who are striving to make the best life for themselves and their children. Join us for some awesome insights and laughs. As always, you can reach us at [email protected]. Keep on Stepping!

Sara and Rachel interview Quinn, a two-time stepdad whose 9-year-old stepson has nonverbal autism. He shares a lot of insights and thoughts with us as we chat about his experiences. Remember you can reach us at [email protected]. Also, send us a screenshot of your iTunes reviewd of our show to enter a drawing for a custom vinyl!

In this episode, Rachel and Sara Interview Celeste, author of the blog The Family Turf. You can find out more about Celeste and her blended family experiences at thefamilyturf.com. As always, you can reach Sara and Rachel at [email protected]. Send us an email or a voice memo with your comments or questions. Also, remember to enter our contest for a custom vinyl by reviewing us on iTunes and sending a screenshot of your review to our email!

Has the coparent in your situation ever shaved one of the kids’ hair? Gotten them piercings or a tattoo without talking to you guys first? Man, that sucks. We’ve been there! You can reach us at [email protected]. Write a review on Apple Podcasts, take a screenshot, and send it to us for your chance to win a custom vinyl print for your car or wall!

In this episode, Sara and Rachel discuss a question from a stepmom who has been in the picture for a while, but still has not been allowed to meet the kids because of the bio mom in her situation. What would you do? Send us your answer at [email protected].

In this episode, Sara and Rachel talk with Kelly and Stephanie, whose first spouses passed away. They are blending a family of 8 kids from elementary age to mid-twenties. Grab your popcorn and your tissues, because these two have tender moments, but they’ve also got jokes when you least expect them! Remember you can reach Sara and Rachel at [email protected] or on Insta/Twitter @stepforwardshow

In this interview with Katie Fisher from Katie’s Quick Tips, Rachel and Sara discuss several aspects of stepparenting. Katie became a stepmom at 19 years old, and she has a lot of wonderful perspectives to lend to the stepparent narrative. You can find her on Instagram at katiesquicktips. Remember you can reach Sara and Rachel at [email protected].

**Apologies for the late release** In this episode, Sara and Rachel discuss blended family traditions and how we have to be more flexible and creative than most. Also, if you can explain why some kids put lost teeth in a glass of water, please email us at [email protected].

In this episode, Rachel interviews her parents, who are step grandparents and step great-grandparents, although they don’t use the “step” designation. They offer some perspectives on what it’s like to watch their kids and grandkids navigate blended family dynamics. They also give some advice on managing gifts, gatherings, and being intentionally inclusive.

In this episode, Sara interviews her stepdaughters about their experience in a blended family. Please pardon the sound quality. We will be back to our regular microphones next week! Reach us at [email protected]