Radical Stepmoms

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Season 5: Episode 9: Rapid Q&A with just ME and a very special guest.... Sep 28, 2022

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Christina answers questions submitted by YOU! In a rapid Q&A Christina give words of advice and a few pep talks. Later in the show she welcomes back her husband to help with a few questions! Get ready to feel validated, laugh and say “hell yea”. Listen in! Topics Discussed: The difference between setting boundaries and leading with insecurity How she defined her role as a stepmom How to reclaim your identity What was the ex's big news How to handle the ex doing things differently Managing insecurities about trying for and having an "Ours Baby" So much more than a podcast!!! @radicalstepmomspodcast Want to schedulea 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com **This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 5: Episode 8: Marrying a widower and becoming a fulltime stepmom, with guest Brandi Sep 21, 2022

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Christina chats with Brandi, a stepmom who fell in love with a man who experienced great loss and stepped in to care for their children. At 26, she is raising two kids full-time and shares her story of finding balance, identifying her role and doing a lot of growing up, really quickly. Brandi chats insecurity, talking to the kids about their mother who's passed and how she finds time for romance. Listen in! About My Guest: Brandi is a 26 year old full time step mom to 2 children, ages 4 and 6, and is newly married to her husband Corey. Besides being a blessed step mother, Brandi loves to spend her free time at Hobby Lobby and making memorial jewelry for those who have lost loved ones. So much more than a podcast!!! @radicalstepmomspodcast Want to schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com **This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 5: Episode 7: Conversations about disengaging and peace offerings with guest, Lauren Sep 14, 2022

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Christina welcomes Lauren, a stepmom who knew from a young age she never wanted children. When she started dating her now husband, she was honest about what she wanted her stepmom role to look like. Lauren is a happily disengaged stepmom who shares how she supports her husband, how she decides when to step in, her relationship with her stepdaughter and her advice for those wanting to edit their role and expectations. Christina and Lauren also chat about how to find compassion for the ex when there is very little inspiration to do so, and when a "peace offering" leads to a therapy session. Listen in, it's a great one!

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Season 5: Episode 6: Learning to step back and a whole bunch of WTF?! with guest, Madison Sep 07, 2022

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Christina welcomes Madison, a stepmom whose special hobbies include: micromanaging, getting too involved, learning to step back and a whole bunch of WTF?! Can you relate? Madison shares her story of falling in love with "Dad of the Year", how she finds her role among 2 other Type A co-parents, being the house with consequences and oh-yes.... family therapy. What has drove Madison crazy and what keeps her sane? What was family therapy like? Listen in! About My Guest: Dr. Madison Kackley is research scientist who investigates dietary interventions and the relationship to physical and behavioral health, with a specific interest of cognitive function. Biggest accomplishments have been navigating grad school, being a step-mom of almost a decade to a currently 15year old and bio mom to an almost 1year old. So much more than a podcast! Come find me on Instagram @radicalstepmomspodcast Need to chat with someone who gets it? Schedule a 1:1 Session! Want to join a community of other stepmoms and make some friends? Become a Radical Member! Learn more by heading to: www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com **This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 5: Episode 5: Reflecting back on your stepmom journey, with Guest Catherine Aug 31, 2022

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Christina chats with Catherine, a seasoned stepmom who shares her story of becoming a young stepmom, giving it your all, learning the truth about the ex (this might surprise you), and how she eventually walked away. What feedback does she get from her step-kids 23 years later? What has she done differently now that she's remarried and a stepmom...again? Catherine keeps it real, shares her wisdom and leaves you feeling empowered! Listen in! Meet My Guest: Catherine Shanahan is the Co-Founder of My Divorce Solution and mother and stepmother of seven. With over 30 years of experience in the financial industry, Catherine serves clients as a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) and trained mediator. A Professional Daily Money Manager, Catherine is also former VP of the Buck County Collaborative Law Group, American Association of Daily Money Managers, Institute of Divorce Financial Analysts (IDFA) National Association of Women Business Owners, advisory council of Support Pay, and the Association of Divorce Financial Planners. As a mom and stepmom of seven and financial expert, Catherine’s experience with divorce left her wishing for better information, resources, and process for the financial separation that comes with divorce. As a result, Catherine co-founded My Divorce Solution with her business partner, Karen Chellew – the company she needed in her divorce. You can find her here: www.mydivorcesolution.com and @mydivorcesolution So much more than a podcast!!! @radicalstepmomspodcast Want to schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com **This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 5: Episode 4: I definitely didn't sign up for this...full-time stepmom life with guest, Sam Aug 24, 2022

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Christina chats with Sam, a stepmom who became a fulltime stepmom after her stepdaughter's mom decided to move to another state. How has her role changed now that she's doing the "mom" thing 100%? How has she supported her stepdaughter through the transition? Sam shares the advantages, disadvantages, and some words of wisdom every stepmom needs to hear. Listen in! So much more than a podcast!!! @radicalstepmomspodcast Want to schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com **This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 5: Episode 3: The power of awareness and knowing it’s not about you with guest, Esmerelda Aug 17, 2022

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Christina chats with Esmerelda, a fellow social worker stepmom who shares her story of leading by example. Esmerelda discusses how to notice when the ex is acting out of insecurity, how to not take things personally and how she manages her complicated in-law dynamics. Listen in as Esmerelda describes her radical way of being a stepmom! So much more than a podcast!!! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast Want to schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com **This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 5:Episode 2:Maintaining relationships when you’re a long distance stepmom with guest, Sydney Aug 10, 2022

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Christina welcomes Sydney, a stepmom who is navigating the challenges of being long distance from her stepkids. How do you develop and maintain relationships? How do you plan trips and manage important events? Sydney also shares how the age gap with her partner impacts her stepmom role and relationship. They chat awkward moments with the ex, boundaries and more! Grab your beverage of choice and listen in! About My Guest: Wife, stepmom, and beach lover – Sydney is a stepmom of two with a creative personality and a strong passion for planning. She loves to spend time with her family and enjoys relaxing at the beach. One of Sydney’s greatest accomplishments was landing the cover of “Stepmom Magazine” in February of 2021 where she discussed how she developed and continues to maintain a strong bond with her out-of-state stepchildren. So much more than a podcast!!! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast Want to schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com **This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 5: Episode 1: How to MUVE your mindset forward in stepmotherhood, with guest Michelle Aug 03, 2022

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Christina kicks off Season 5 with Michelle, a full-time stepmom who strives to help others with their mindset, self-development, health and wellness. Michelle shares her story, struggles and insight into her unique situation of raising her stepdaughter after the passing of her mother. How does your own childhood impact your role as a stepmom? How can you heal while also supporting your stepkids? Listen in as they discuss how to shift your mindset, find gratitude and lean into your growth!

Cheers to Season 5!

About My Guest!
Throughout her 10 years as a Massage Therapist and 8 years of doing self-development and mindset work, Michelle has learned that one of the best ways to adapt to our ever-changing lives is to just keep moving forward. Making one decision at a time, and taking one step at a time. Michelle is the host of The MUVE Forward Podcast, a Stepmom, partner and an investor. Speaking on topics such as mindset, self-development, health and wellness and more, Michelle is an energetic and positive force who radiates with a good vibes only mindset wherever she goes.

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Want to schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

**This episode is sponsored by StepMom Magazine. Use discount code: Radical20 to save 20% **

Season 4: Episode 34: Full-time pandemic stepmom, ours babe and MILs - oh my! with guest, Jenifer Jun 29, 2022

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Christina wraps up Season 4 with Jenifer, a stepmom who was rushed into being a full-time stepmom during a pandemic. Jenifer shares her story of stepmotherhood, holding compassion for the ex, trying to conceive and the awkward pregnancy moments with the ex - yikes! They also share their MIL stories and the relationship between stepkiddo and ours babe. Listen in! Thanks for an awesome season and I look forward to Season 5 in August! About My Guest: Jenifer has worked in government affairs (politics) and public affairs since 2009, working on behalf of businesses and industry on regulatory barriers and environmental policy. Recently, she has become a full-time stay-at-home mom to her 1 year old son and 12 year old step daughter (50/50 custody). So much more than a podcast!!! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast Want to schedule a 1:1 session or become a Radical Member? Head to my website! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

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