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Is your blended family struggling with cell phone boundaries? NKP340 dives deep into the real challenges and solutions around kids, technology, and stepfamily life—don't miss these actionable tips!

In this insightful episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori & David tackle one of today's hottest parenting topics: managing cell phones in homes where children move between parents. From hilarious Little House on the Prairie analogies to sobering stories of real blended family struggles, this episode offers a mix of laughter, practical advice, and must-know warnings.

Listeners will learn:

• How cell phone rules can become battlegrounds between households, and ways to set clear boundaries before problems start.

• Pros and cons of monitoring apps like Life360, Faraday bags for privacy, and navigating who controls a child's device and passwords.

• Why direct communication and trust (but verify!) are essential, and the vital role of bio parents in digital discipline.

• Eye-opening risks around online gaming, social media, sextortion, and the emotional impact of technology on kids.

• How to explain tech boundaries, and why every child—and family—may need different rules.

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This week on Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David dive deep into the often sticky subject of gifts: where they go, who they belong to, and the emotional complexities when kids want to bring presents between homes. Whether your family is navigating joint custody, split holidays, or parallel parenting, this episode delivers smart advice and real stories that every modern blended family can relate to.

Listeners will learn:

• The factors that influence whether gifts should travel between homes (cost, age, custody schedules)

• How withholding gifts can reinforce the sense of "two separate lives" for kids, and emotional fallout that comes with it

• Tips for setting clear expectations about gifts, including guidelines for expensive presents and clothing

• The pitfalls of competitive gift-giving between parents and how to keep the focus on your child

• Alternatives to physical presents, like sharing memorable experiences instead

• Why "guilty parent syndrome" can drive us to replace lost or broken items, and why letting kids learn consequences is often healthier

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Holidays in a blended family don't have to be stressful!

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David dive into real-life stories and practical tips on how to navigate gift-giving, family traditions, and finances during the holiday season as a blended family.

Listeners will learn how to handle common issues like kids comparing presents, managing in-law expectations with step-grandkids, and avoiding "gift competition" between households. Lori and David reveal their own strategies for dividing up gift responsibilities, setting realistic gift budgets, and creating flexible holiday traditions that don't revolve around a specific date, but focus on making lasting memories together. You'll also pick up clever ideas for dealing with uneven schedules, supplementing grandparent gifts, and why sometimes it's okay to buy your own present and wrap it up!

Lori and David share plenty of personal experiences and advice every blended family can relate to. Don't miss their heartfelt take on giving back during the holidays and the importance of gratitude, even when things aren't "Hallmark perfect."

Tune in for laughs, thoughtful insights, and a powerful reminder: Christmas is about the love and memories you create, not just the gifts you give.

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In this candid and often humorous episode, Lori and David pull back the curtain on their personal lives, sharing the challenges and surprises that come with caring for aging parents, navigating wills and inheritance in blended families, and keeping family drama at bay during important occasions.

Listeners will hear firsthand stories about planning for final arrangements. Complete with amusing tales of funeral shopping and "drive-thru" ideas. Plus, what it truly feels like to manage adult responsibilities amid the ticking clock of family health issues. Lori and David also discuss crucial estate-planning differences for stepfamilies versus nuclear families and share insights into handling complex inheritance scenarios fairly.

You'll learn:

• Why legal planning is especially important in blended families

• How to open difficult conversations about wills, power of attorney, and inheritance

• Ways to "nacho" family drama (and why you should!)

• Real-life examples of guilt, responsibility, and the art of letting go

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Nacho Academy Testimonial:

"I had no idea how hard this stepfamily crap would be. We needed help and weren't afraid to admit it. David & Lori really put things into perspective and gave us hope again! Three years later, we are still Nachoing and it's great! Couldn't have done it without them!" ~ J.U., Denver, CO, USA

Discover the complexities and real-life challenges of stepfamilies navigating Family Court, with heart and humor! In this episode, Lori continues her chat with UK attorney, Daniel Ryan, for an honest, insightful conversation you won't want to miss.

This episode dives deep into the emotional and financial obstacles stepfamilies face in Family Court, especially around child custody, parental alienation, and child support. Daniel Ryan shares details about his innovative Family Court Mastery course - launching soon to guide people through the daunting legal process, even without representation, and in multiple languages for diverse communities. You'll hear real stories of parents' struggles, heartbreaking cases, and surprising gaps in the legal system that affect both moms and dads. The discussion also highlights the importance of compassion, fair legal access, and how resources like stepfamily coaching and educational courses can change lives.

Whether you're facing your own family court battle, supporting a loved one, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of the system, this episode offers practical advice, expert perspective, and a touch of humor. Expect candid talk about the realities behind attorney fees, the impact of court decisions on children, and the crucial need for trustworthy legal and emotional support.

Learn more:

• Nacho Kids: NachoKids.com (stepfamily resources & coaching)

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• Family Court Mastery info: Stay tuned for launch details!

Guest: Daniel Ryan, UK attorney & Family Court Mastery creator

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Discover what really happens behind the scenes in UK family law! In this eye-opening episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori sits down with Daniel Ryan, a seasoned family law attorney from the UK, to talk candidly about the realities, challenges, and emotional toll of blended family court cases.

Listeners will learn how family courts operate in the UK compared to the US, the pivotal role of guardians ad litem and social workers (often women), and the painful realities facing dads in modern custody battles. Daniel shares hard truths about parental alienation, court biases, and why a "toothless tiger" court system often leaves parents and children stuck in years-long legal disputes. This episode also sheds light on why legal representation matters, how guardians sway judges' decisions, and why sometimes empathy, and even the law, can fall short in protecting kids.

The conversation doesn't shy away from tough topics like false allegations, lack of consequences for breaking court orders, and the need for a new approach to family justice. Lori and Daniel discuss alternatives, like panels of judges or even AI, to reduce entrenched biases.

This episode was so good, we broke it up into two!!!

Featured Guest: Daniel Ryan, UK family law attorney

Stepfamilies: Why do we feel so differently about stepkids versus our own?

In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, hosts Lori and David get real about the honest, sometimes awkward truths of parenting in blended families.

Tune in for relatable stories and candid conversations about how Lori and David each navigated the differences in parenting their biological kids and stepkids: from fixing breakfast, handling car insurance stress, and reacting to cereal bowls left on the counter. You'll hear them wrestle with those moments when their feelings and priorities aren't the same for "yours" and "mine," and why that's natural, not shameful. The hosts share personal experiences with their grandkids and step-grandkids, discussing the guilt and expectations that come with loving stepchildren, and reflect on how relationships evolve as the kids grow up.

Listeners will learn:

• Why step and bio parents often react differently—and why that's normal

• How to approach car insurance, chores, and family events without losing your mind

• Tips for discussing expectations around finances, discipline, and love in a blended family

• The impact of child support, and how family structure changes from one generation to the next

Nacho Kids Testimonial:

"Nachoing gave me peace without guilt. It literally saved my marriage." T.M., Dallas, TX, USA