#74: From Chaos to Connection: Creating Holiday Traditions That Work for Your Stepfamily
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: the holidays aren’t just about the past—they’re abou...
10 Dec 202428min
#73: Surviving Holiday Chaos: Real Stories from Stepmoms Like You
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, emotional overload, and a whole lot of deep breathing. I...
3 Dec 202424min
#72: How to Navigate Stepkids Coming Home from College (Without Losing Your Sanity)
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 torn between enjoying the holiday reunion and drea...
26 Nov 202417min
#71: Blending vs. Bonding: Why You Don’t Have to Force the “Blended” Family
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 stepfamily isn’t successful unless everyone’s clos...
19 Nov 202410min
#70: Holiday Survival Guide for Stepmoms: Self-Care Strategies That Actually Work
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 breaks down why self-care isn’t just a nice-to-have ...
12 Nov 202410min
#69: Family Gatherings 101: Redirecting, Deflecting, and Keeping Your Peace
In this episode, Alicia dives into a classic struggle: surviving family gatherings without losing your mind (or your peace). Whether it’s Aunt Judy offering unsolicited advice or cousins asking uncomf...
5 Nov 202423min
#68: Navigating the Stepmom Rollercoaster with Lauren from Blended By Distance
In this episode, Alicia is joined by a fellow stepmom, Lauren from Blended by Distance, to dive deep into the rollercoaster of emotions and challenges stepmoms face. They get real about some of the bi...
29 Okt 20241h 30min
#67: The Stepmom-Specific Anxiety No One Talks About: Why You Feel It and How to Manage It
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 edge, waiting for the next family drama to erupt—w...
22 Okt 202422min
