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May 21, 2025 43 mins

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Welcome back, Feels Family! In this heartfelt episode, Johnny and Lisa dive deep into the real-life journey of blending families and the world of step-parenting.  It's a special episode, very close to their hearts, and something that truly defines them.  🌟

They get real about:

  • Why blended families are more common nowadays. 

  • The "Question of the Day": What's the biggest piece of advice for someone about to become a stepparent? 

  • The significance of children picking up on energy and authenticity. 

  • Teaching children about healthy relationships through your own actions. 

  • The different dynamics of co-parenting versus situations where one biological parent isn't present. 

  • The importance of transparency, communication, and putting the child's feelings first in co-parenting. 

  • Navigating boundaries and respecting the other biological parent's role. 

  • Personal stories and surprising adjustments when blending their own families. 

  • The joys and fulfillment step-parenting brings, like watching your influence positively shape a child. 

  • How step-parenting reaffirms that family isn't always about blood. 

  • Creating new family traditions and the importance of shared experiences. 

PLUS: Special shoutouts to our sponsor OuLa-Lade Lemonade 🍋  and a sweet, unexpected visit from Maya! 

Question of the Episode (from us to you!): What are some challenges and joys you've experienced as a step parent or as a blended family?  Drop your answers in the comments below!  ✨

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