Podcast Episodes
Back to Search#76: When You Feel Like a Third Wheel in Your Own Family
Episode 76
In this episode, Alicia dives into the all-too-common feeling of being a third wheel in your own family as a stepmom. From understanding the root cau…
1 year, 4 months ago
#75: It’s Not the Kids—It’s Your Partner: Getting on the Same Page and Having House Expectations
Episode 75
Does it feel like you’re the only one laying down the law while your partner lets things slide? Are you starting to resent your stepkids when the rea…
1 year, 4 months ago
#74: From Chaos to Connection: Creating Holiday Traditions That Work for Your Stepfamily
Episode 74
Holidays as a stepmom can feel like walking a tightrope between honoring old traditions and creating space for something new. But here’s the thing: t…
1 year, 4 months ago
#73: Surviving Holiday Chaos: Real Stories from Stepmoms Like You
Episode 73
The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but for stepmoms? Let’s be real—it’s often a mix of logistical nightmares, emoti…
1 year, 4 months ago
#72: How to Navigate Stepkids Coming Home from College (Without Losing Your Sanity)
Episode 72
In this episode, Alicia tackles a common, yet often tricky, part of stepmom life: having your stepkids come back home from college. If you’re feeling…
1 year, 5 months ago
#71: Blending vs. Bonding: Why You Don’t Have to Force the “Blended” Family
Episode 71
In this episode, I tackle one of the biggest pressures in stepfamily life: the expectation to create a “blended” family. Society makes us feel like a…
1 year, 5 months ago
#70: Holiday Survival Guide for Stepmoms: Self-Care Strategies That Actually Work
Episode 70
As a stepmom, the holiday season can feel like you’re juggling everyone else’s needs—and there’s never enough time for you. In this episode, Alicia b…
1 year, 5 months ago
#69: Family Gatherings 101: Redirecting, Deflecting, and Keeping Your Peace
Episode 69
In this episode, Alicia dives into a classic struggle: surviving family gatherings without losing your mind (or your peace). Whether it’s Aunt Judy o…
1 year, 5 months ago
#68: Navigating the Stepmom Rollercoaster with Lauren from Blended By Distance
Episode 68
In this episode, Alicia is joined by a fellow stepmom, Lauren from Blended by Distance, to dive deep into the rollercoaster of emotions and challenge…
1 year, 6 months ago
#67: The Stepmom-Specific Anxiety No One Talks About: Why You Feel It and How to Manage It
Episode 67
In this episode, I dive into the rarely discussed but very real phenomenon of stepmom-specific anxiety. If you’ve ever felt like you're constantly on…
1 year, 6 months ago