It can be hard to navigate how to raise your children with your spouse, but when you mix in the mine, yours and ours kids, it cant feel like you're juggling too many things at once. Dana discusses her tips on raising them differently and trying to meet your bonus children half way.  PSA: this will take an open minded and patient person to attempt.  Enjoy!

It can be hard to navigate how to raise your children with your spouse, but when you mix in the mine, yours and ours kids, it cant feel like you're juggling too many things at once. Dana discusses her tips on raising them differently and trying to meet your bonus children half way.  PSA: this will take an open minded and patient person to attempt. Enjoy!

Episode 30: Raising the Children Differently

Back in the saddle again!! It's been a few months since I recorded anything. Life has been an absolute gong show and I can't believe how good it feels to sit down and talk it out. Just a little update on what's been going on in my house with my family and why I felt the need to take a break and focus on ALL. OF. IT. In this episode I'll fill you in on an update with my dad's health, and what that relationship with him is like. An update on what it's like raising a teenager who is having a rough time with peers at school and how all of the co-parents are dealing with that together- and what it's like now that my husband is working away.  Thanks for tuning in and being so patient, much love to you all!

Back in the saddle again!! It's been a few months since I recorded anything. Life has been an absolute gong show and I can't believe how good it feels to sit down and talk it out. Just a little update on what's been going on in my house with my family and why I felt the need to take a break and focus on ALL. OF. IT. In this episode I'll fill you in on an update with my dad's health, and what that relationship with him is like. An update on what it's like raising a teenager who is having a rough time with peers at school and how all of the co-parents are dealing with that together- and what it's like now that my husband is working away. Thanks for tuning in and being so patient, much love to you all!

Episode 29: Back at it again!

A letter to my bonus daughter. These are all things that I have reminded her throughout the entire time we've been a blended family- but I felt the need to get those feelings out to inspire others. We have had so many ups and downs that I think it's so important to remember the times when we were getting to know each other and the relationships were being built. I know how many cons there can be when comparing a blended family to a nuclear family, but how many people not only get to fall in love with their spouse but their children as well! It's a feeling like no other and I am so grateful for what I have.  "Tomorrow is never promised, so love and appreciate the people who are in your life"- Unknown

A letter to my bonus daughter. These are all things that I have reminded her throughout the entire time we've been a blended family- but I felt the need to get those feelings out to inspire others. We have had so many ups and downs that I think it's so important to remember the times when we were getting to know each other and the relationships were being built. I know how many cons there can be when comparing a blended family to a nuclear family, but how many people not only get to fall in love with their spouse but their children as well! It's a feeling like no other and I am so grateful for what I have.  "Tomorrow is never promised, so love and appreciate the people who are in your life"- Unknown

A letter to my Bonus Daughter

Discussing such a controversial topic that everyone seems to have an opinion on (of course everyone is entitled to have one). At what age is best to give your child a cell phone? What about social media? And is it something we should be discussing with our co parents before deciding to purchase one for our kids? Dana talks about her experience with her bonus child's social media and how it has affected her blended family. 

Discussing such a controversial topic that everyone seems to have an opinion on (of course everyone is entitled to have one). At what age is best to give your child a cell phone? What about social media? And is it something we should be discussing with our co parents before deciding to purchase one for our kids? Dana talks about her experience with her bonus child's social media and how it has affected her blended family.

Episode 28: Cellphones & Social Media

An update on my bonus daughter's upcoming birthday, and walking through all of the insecurities that we as Stepmom's have rolling through our brains on a daily basis. Let's start rewiring our brains to thinking differently about what we are actually worried about and just cut ourselves some slack! 

An update on my bonus daughter's upcoming birthday, and walking through all of the insecurities that we as Stepmom's have rolling through our brains on a daily basis. Let's start rewiring our brains to thinking differently about what we are actually worried about and just cut ourselves some slack!

Episode 27: Stepmom Insecurities

Have you ever felt the whole room shift when you and your spouse exist in the same room with other people? Or maybe you have some mutual friends that have heard both sides of the drama? This episode is for you. Let's set some boundaries together and learn to control what we let affect us. If this type of drama is affecting people outside of the home, can you imagine how our children feel....It's time to do better, together!

Have you ever felt the whole room shift when you and your spouse exist in the same room with other people? Or maybe you have some mutual friends that have heard both sides of the drama? This episode is for you. Let's set some boundaries together and learn to control what we let affect us. If this type of drama is affecting people outside of the home, can you imagine how our children feel....It's time to do better, together!

Episode 26: How your high conflict co-parenting situation is affecting others and how you can fix it

Merry Christmas!! Dana updates you on how Christmas went with her blended family and the special moments that were captured along the way. It's not everyday we have MULTIPLE positives but this holiday season was very special!  Dana discusses the 6 things that she does between Christmas and New Years to keep her family on the right track and get things back to normalcy to be the most productive she can be.

Merry Christmas!! Dana updates you on how Christmas went with her blended family and the special moments that were captured along the way. It's not everyday we have MULTIPLE positives but this holiday season was very special!  Dana discusses the 6 things that she does between Christmas and New Years to keep her family on the right track and get things back to normalcy to be the most productive she can be.

Episode 25: Christmas Update/Stepmom Hacks to keep you on track to the New Year

Amanda &amp; Dana welcome Megan from Instagram (@be.arrows4homeschool) onto the show, where she chats with us about homeschool and how that works for her blended family. We talk about how in the world she was able to get all of the parents on the same page, homeschool curriculums, a day in the life of a homeschool and other wonderful resources she has to inform us with when looking into homeschooling your kids. We hope you enjoy!

Amanda &amp; Dana welcome Megan from Instagram (@be.arrows4homeschool) onto the show, where she chats with us about homeschool and how that works for her blended family. We talk about how in the world she was able to get all of the parents on the same page, homeschool curriculums, a day in the life of a homeschool and other wonderful resources she has to inform us with when looking into homeschooling your kids. We hope you enjoy!

Episode 24: Homeschooling in a Blended Family with Special Guest Megan!

Dana gives an update on what's going on with the podcast right now, updates listeners on a small win involving a hair appt with her bonus daughter and shares all of her trials and tribulations regarding how different the two households are and how it is affecting her bonus daughter.

Dana gives an update on what's going on with the podcast right now, updates listeners on a small win involving a hair appt with her bonus daughter and shares all of her trials and tribulations regarding how different the two households are and how it is affecting her bonus daughter.

Episode 23: Differences in Family Values

Dana tells a few naughty Christmas jokes (sorry, not sorry) and gives some advice on preparing for the holidays before shit hits the fan! Don't be afraid to reach out to us if you had something else to add. Please remember that we are not experts and thought not all of this may be applicable to you and your family. Enjoy!

Dana tells a few naughty Christmas jokes (sorry, not sorry) and gives some advice on preparing for the holidays before shit hits the fan! Don't be afraid to reach out to us if you had something else to add. Please remember that we are not experts and thought not all of this may be applicable to you and your family. Enjoy!

Episode 22: Preparing for the Holidays in a Blended Family

Nother Mother Podcast is a podcast that discusses real life blended family situations. The good, bad and very ugly. We're awkward, honest and use vulgar language (sorry, not sorry!)

Dana goes solo on this episode to discuss self reflection of your role as a stepmom. Have you ever thought about whether or not you add conflict to your blended family? It is something that you may be doing regularly that you didn't even think was a big deal. Dana gives 6 examples of high conflict behavior and examples of situations she has been through and changed for the better. You are not alone- enjoy the show!

Dana goes solo on this episode to discuss self reflection of your role as a stepmom. Have you ever thought about whether or not you add conflict to your blended family? It is something that you may be doing regularly that you didn't even think was a big deal. Dana gives 6 examples of high conflict behavior and examples of situations she has been through and changed for the better. You are not alone- enjoy the show!

Episode 21: Am I the drama?!

Amanda and Dana catch up on Halloween, recent events and all of the things we didn't know when getting into a blended family. Raise your hand if, while venting about an issue, anyone has ever told you "You knew what you were getting yourself into..".  This is literally the worst thing you can say to a step parent because not one of us actually knew how any of this would pan out. There are certainly a lot of beautiful and amazing experiences to be had but society has drawn a veil on a lot of the dark times. Did you think you would be dealing with: Competitive Parenting Alienation Mourning the loss of your goals  Court hearings, lawyers, arbitration and psychologists  Ya us either...tune in with us to go into more depth and just remember...you're not alone!

Amanda and Dana catch up on Halloween, recent events and all of the things we didn't know when getting into a blended family. Raise your hand if, while venting about an issue, anyone has ever told you "You knew what you were getting yourself into..".  This is literally the worst thing you can say to a step parent because not one of us actually knew how any of this would pan out. There are certainly a lot of beautiful and amazing experiences to be had but society has drawn a veil on a lot of the dark times. Did you think you would be dealing with: Competitive Parenting Alienation Mourning the loss of your goals  Court hearings, lawyers, arbitration and psychologists Ya us either...tune in with us to go into more depth and just remember...you're not alone!

Episode 20: We did NOT know what we were getting into

Dana &amp; Amanda discuss the ongoing dividing issues of Covid Politics combined with the stressful role of being a Stepmom and how this all effects our kids. 

Dana &amp; Amanda discuss the ongoing dividing issues of Covid Politics combined with the stressful role of being a Stepmom and how this all effects our kids.

Episode 19: Covid Politics and Being Blended

Amanda and Dana vent about the real deal of stepmom guilt and how real it feels in this season of Motherhood. I REPEAT: You. Are. Not. Alone.

Amanda and Dana vent about the real deal of stepmom guilt and how real it feels in this season of Motherhood. I REPEAT: You. Are. Not. Alone.

Episode 18: Bonus Mom Guilt is REAL

Amanda and Dana discuss the old debate of nature versus nurture and how that aligns with being apart of a blended family. 

Amanda and Dana discuss the old debate of nature versus nurture and how that aligns with being apart of a blended family.

Episode 17: Nature VS Nurture

We took the summer off to be present with our chaos and we missed you! Here's an update on what is up with our Blended Families!

We took the summer off to be present with our chaos and we missed you! Here's an update on what is up with our Blended Families!

Episode 16: We're Back! Here's what's up!

Dana &amp; Amanda play Would you Rather with Brooke @thestrugglingstepmom. We had to keep the episode short and sweet but can't wait to do another one at a later date!

Dana &amp; Amanda play Would you Rather with Brooke @thestrugglingstepmom. We had to keep the episode short and sweet but can't wait to do another one at a later date!

Episode 15: Would you Rather with Brooke

Dana &amp; Amanda discuss how they bonded with their children, and how they continue to show up for their bonus children. Huge shoutout to @mynourished home for the amazing tips on how to build relationships with your bonus children. Oh and.....Dana got DUCKIES!!

Dana &amp; Amanda discuss how they bonded with their children, and how they continue to show up for their bonus children. Huge shoutout to @mynourished home for the amazing tips on how to build relationships with your bonus children. Oh and.....Dana got DUCKIES!!

Episode 14: Bonding with your Bonus Child(ren) 

Amanda &amp; Dana talk about SEX. Tips on how to spice things up in the bedroom, pure exhaustion from motherhood and having the "talk" with your kids.

Amanda &amp; Dana talk about SEX. Tips on how to spice things up in the bedroom, pure exhaustion from motherhood and having the "talk" with your kids.

Episode 13: Let's Talk About Sex

Dana &amp; Amanda welcome Sarah (@ukstepmum) on the show to discuss positive co-parenting, putting the kids first, infertility and the amazing work she has done by putting a petition together in the UK for women in a blended family to have access to fertility treatments. 

Dana &amp; Amanda welcome Sarah (@ukstepmum) on the show to discuss positive co-parenting, putting the kids first, infertility and the amazing work she has done by putting a petition together in the UK for women in a blended family to have access to fertility treatments.

Episode 12: Infertiltiy & Positive Co-parenting with special guest Sarah 

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