The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver

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200: Lori & David Celebrate Their 200th Podcast Episode And Talk Nacho Mar 31, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David, co-founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, celebrate their 200th podcast episode! They talk about the Nacho Method and address some misconceptions about the method.

In this episode, we discuss:

Nacho misconceptions
Nacho truths
Being a team while Nachoing
Things won't always be this way

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

"Before I learned to Nacho, I hated my blended life. Nothing we did prepared us for how hard it would be to blend. I found Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting one night as I was crying in bed trying to figure out what went so terribly wrong. I read some of the blogs and found their podcast. I listened to the podcast and immediately knew these people understood. I joined the Nacho Kids Academy the next day. I have taken the Boot Camp and Thinking Challenges and participated in other things in the Academy. I cannot tell you how much my life changed from this! Our blend isn't perfect, but we are happy! We are happy! Thank you Nacho Kids! Lori & David you are awesome! We will never forget what you have done for us." A.G.

199: Interview With Alicia Krasko ~ The Stepmom Side Mar 24, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interviews Alicia Krasko of "The Stepmom Side". Alicia has been blending for eight years, has two adult stepkids and a three year old "ours" daughter. Something unique about Alicia's blend is her husband is 16 years older than her! The hardest part of blending for her was finding her role in the blend.

In this episode we discuss:

Feeling everyone in the blend would be happy if you weren't there
Societal expectations
Stepparent PTSD
Everyone struggles in the blend
Working on yourself to better your blend
Adding an "ours" kid to the blend

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

Definitely has redeemed my sanity, my marriage & relationship with my step-son! I've been able to begin nachoing and feel a huge weight lifted from me. I can't wait to join the academy. Thank you! "

Mrs. C

198: Sarah Beth Hurley ~ The Yarning Shaman Mar 17, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interviews Sarah Hurley of The Yarning Sharman. Sarah has been blending for 7 years, has one stepkid, three bio kids, and one adopted son. Her stepson lives 1300 miles away.

In this episode we discuss:

When stepkid lives far away
The family court system
Being a stepkid
Boundaries for self
Dealing with a high conflict bio mom

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

"I was starting to think I was losing my mind because I was feeling so overwhelmed by the changes of being in a new home, blending, etc. - until I found you! Now I know I am not alone AND also probably not losing my mind. Thank you! " A.H.

197: Interview With Toni Graham ~ My Blended Chaos Mar 10, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interviews Toni Graham of My Blended Chaos. Toni has been blending for five years, has two stepkids, two bio kids, and one "ours" kid. This is her second blend, her first blend was when she was 19 years old and was completely different from her current blend.

In this episode we discuss:

When bio mom gets upset that stepmom is pregnant
Adding an "ours" kid to the blend
Putting your marriage first
Differences in blends
Growing up in a blend that was like a nuclear family

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

"If you are a stepmom struggling in any way, you've come to the right place. ... I could write a book on how much these podcasts and the Nacho Kids Academy have helped me personally. David and Lori, I can not thank you guys enough for bringing this concept out into the world. ... Almost every podcast I've listened to I will go from giggling my butt off to crying tears of relief, that somebody else gets it! I no longer feel alone in this stepmom journey and I feel so validated now. Thank you, thank you, thank you! You guys are truly amazing." M.C.

196: Full-time Stepmom Whose Bio Kid and Stepkid Have No Contact With The Other Bio Parent Mar 03, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interviews an anonymous stepmom from Idaho. This stepmom has one stepkid full-time, one bio kid full-time, and two "ours" kids. The hardest part of her blend has been enforcing the same rules and expectations. Neither the stepkid's, nor the bio kid's other bio parent is in their lives.

In this episode we discuss:

Having all the kids all the time
Absent bio parents
Deciding what's in your own kid's best interest
Stepping back

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

"I cannot thank Lori & David enough for what they do! The Nacho Kids Academy truly saved my marriage and my relationships within the blend. Before the Academy, I was at wits end and ready to throw in the towel. The Academy helped me to Nacho properly, which I was not doing, and to understand the blended dynamics better while doing a lot of self-development. Our blend is so much better because of Nacho!" D.M.

195: Stepmom With Lots Of Blended Experience Part II Feb 24, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, continues her interview with stepmom Shelley. Shelley was a guest on podcast episode 192 but there was more to talk about. She has four bio kids and three stepkids. Things got so bad at one point, she actually moved out of the home for 16 months. Like many bio parents, Shelley experienced some craziness with the family court system.

In this episode, we discuss:

Moving out of the home because of the stepkids
Feeling husband picked his kids over her
Responding versus reacting
The Family Court system
Disrespect between couples

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

"Thank you for everything you guys do. I've been a long time listener over the years and am signing up for round number two [of the Nacho Kids Academy] for a nacho refresher." - K.N.

194: Things Were Great For This Childless Stepmom In The Beginning Feb 17, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interviews stepmom Nicole. Nicole has been blending for over two years, has two stepkids and her partner has a stepkid from a previous relationship that he refers to as his son. Although her partner was a stepdad, he doesn't see her struggles as a stepmom.

In this episode we discuss:

Being a childless stepmom
Things change
Realizing your contributions to the issues
Transition days
Very little "no kid" time

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

" The Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Method changed my life! I used to hate my stepkids and wanted to throw in the towel. Now, I truly enjoy being around them now! I NEVER thought this would happen! I also learned to apply the Nacho method to other areas of my life! It is not only for helping blended families, it's a way of life!" ~ D.S.

193: Childfree Stepmom Is 23 Years Younger Than Her Partner Feb 10, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interviews stepmom Mel. Mel is a childfree stepmom, has been blending about four years, has three stepkids and her partner is 23 years older than her.

In this episode we discuss:

Being a childfree stepmom
Age gaps between partners
Different bonds with different kids
Setting boundaries
Transition days

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

" I just started to nacho this week and our relationship was better this week…" ~ D.M.

192: Stepmom With Lots Of Blended Experience Feb 03, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori, co-founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interviews stepmom Shelley. Shelley has four bio kids and three stepkids. Like most blended families, in the beginning, things were good. Until they weren't.

In this episode we discuss:

Both adults bringing "babies" into the blend
Guilty Parent Syndrome
Dealing with different types of stepparents
Different parenting styles/expectations
Expectations of stepparents

Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting Success Story:

"I just wanted to say thank you. I learned about you a few years ago, probably during one of the hardest years of my life. Newly married with a stepdaughter and a very complex bio-mother situation. I spent that year holed up in my room reading books and listening to podcasts about stepparenting. I have come a long way since then and can see the light now. Your approach has been instrumental in that transition. Thank you from the bottom of my heart." ~ JJ

191: The Professional Stepdad And Nacho Parenting Misconceptions Jan 27, 2023

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In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, interview the Professional Stepdad, Franco Zavala. Franco has been blending for 13 years, has no biological children, and has five stepkids. The bio dad to Franco's stepkids passed away.

In this episode we discuss:

Being a stepdad to kids whose dad is deceased
Being a childless stepdad
Misconceptions of Nacho Parenting
Letting the bio parent parent

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