The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast

Brenda Ockun, Publisher of Stepmom Magazine, joins me to talk about all things stepmom life.Not only has Brenda published thousands of articles about stepmom life as the publisher of Stepmom Magazine, her stepkids are now adults, so she's been through all the different phases of stepmom life. In this episode we talk about life with adult stepkids, what Brenda wishes she knew, when she believes that stepmoms truly feel blended, the difference between child-free stepmoms and those with their own kids and more… Episode Sponsorships: Stepmom Magazine - use discount code JAMIE20 to save 20%Revival by Martin and Co - use discount code JAMIE15 for 15% off For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Book a one-on-one coaching call: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/its-time-to-thrive Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership

Darren and Jamie chat about Christmas in their blended family. How they manage gifts, schedules, extended family, having an ours baby and most important sharing the kids with the ex. For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Work With Jamie - www.jamiescrimgeour.com/coaching Join The Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership SHOW SPONSORS:Thanks to Stepmom Magazine for sponsoring this episode. Visit www.stepmommagazine.com to subscribeuse discount code jamie20 to save 20%Thanks for Revival By Martin + Co for sponsoring this episode Visit www.revivalbymartinandco.com to check out their gorgeous reclaimed wood watches Use discount code jamie15 to save 15%

New name, new intro but same raw and real conversations. In this episode of The Kick-Ass Stepmom podcast I share where my head is at as I go into my 35th year. To sum it up: simplify, delegate, own your sh*t and find the lesson. For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Book a one-on-one coaching call: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/its-time-to-thrive Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership Shop My Closet: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/shop Episode 76: Debunking and Confirming Your Assumptions About me: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/podcast/076

I have a question for you. What would you do if your stepchild came to you and said that she wanted to get a dog… and bring it back and forth between mom's house and dad's house. So essentially, not only would you be co-parenting a child… you'd be co-parenting a dog, too! As crazy as it sounds, it was the reality for today's guest - stepmom and writer Chloe Caldwell - when her stepdaughter asked if she could get a dog (that travelled right along with her between mom and dads house!) The outcome? Well it shocked her more than anyone and even landed her and her stepdaughter in the New York Times. In this episode Chloe tells us the story of her biggest stepfamily stressor yet… and what it taught her about parenting and step-parenting. For more from Chloe visit www.chloesimonne.com For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com Follow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership For more resources from Jamie: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/stepmomsupport

Michelle Dempsey, of the Moms Moving on Podcast is on the show. She is a mom, stepmom, author, coach, podcast host, widely published writer, certified divorce specialist and one hell of a powerhouse. I cannot wait for you to hear our conversations! WE TACKLE: How to have a healthy co-parenting relationships What stepmoms need to understand about moms The process of healing after divorce Why divorce can be a good thing How being a child of divorced helped Michelle in step-motherhood and more Check out more from Michelle at https://momsmovingon.com/ Be sure to follow along on Instagram For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Book a one-on-one coaching call: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/its-time-to-thrive Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiesrimgeour.com/memberhship

I did something a little different for this one. Over on Instagram I asked what you assume to be true about me. In this episode I'm confirming or debunking these assumptions. From my relationship with my stepchildren's mom, to my marriage, my organizational skills, my temperament - you guys didn't miss a thing! For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Book a one-on-one coaching call: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/its-time-to-thrive Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership

When Darren and I got together, I moved into the house he lived in during his first marriage. To say it was a challenge is an understatement. In this episode Darren and I answer your questions all about moving into the house from his first marriage, and how we've made it our own. Join The Exclusive Stepmom Community - www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com Follow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Book a one-on-one coaching call: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/its-time-to-thrive

If you've been following along you know I'm all about re-evaluating life. Asking yourself, am I showing up as the person that I want to be? How do I feel right now? Is this working? What can I do better? What do I need to declutter? Where do I need to pivot? Well in today's episode we're going to talk about just that. Today's guest is one of my favourites from Instagram, Lauren McPhillips from This Renegade Love She's the queen of pivoting, following her gut, doing what feels right and not living life according to other people's rules. We also dive into the pressure that comes with being a blogger/ online coach / digital entrepreneur, all things highlight reels of Instagram and well the BS behind-the-scenes! This isn't just for the bloggers /online coaches / digital entrepreneurs – there is something in this episode for everyone… For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Book a one-on-one coaching call: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/its-time-to-thrive Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiesrimgeour.com/memberhship

In this episode I interview Youtuber, content creator and mom of 4 Joanna Venditti from Nesting Story all about her transition to being a single mom and how to thrive during this tough stage in her life. In this episode we cover: How she transitioned to being a single mom while sharing her life online Her self-care strategies How she continues to thrive during this tough time And more You can check out Joanna online at www.nestingstory.ca Follow her on Instagram at www.instagram.com/nestingstory Watch her on YouTube at bit.ly/2EIqynO

In this episode we dive into Caitlyn's experience as a single mom Falling back in love with ex The key to an amicable separation What she learned from divorce How she and her ex found their way back together And more For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie