Going through divorce and family troubles is incredibly personal and can be difficult to talk about on a public platform. However, by discussing these issues, we can help others navigate their way through these real-life hardships that so many people have to deal with. So, in this episode, we have Mike’s nephew, Anthony Ellsworth joining the show to share his story of divorce, co-parenting his kids in two different locations, and the struggles with dating as a newly single father. Listen in as Anthony explains when he started to notice that his marriage was not as strong as it once was and how ..read more

How much pain are you experiencing because you feel less than warm and secure in your own home? If you feel like your family life has turned into a battlefield or that being in a blended family is non-stop fighting, this episode is for you. Dr. Patty Ann Tublin joins the show today to share from her wealth of knowledge as a relationship, communication, and emotional intelligence expert. Listen in as she shares ways for your family to break free from the cycle of screaming and yelling at each other. Her insight into helping your kids to get along better is incredibly valuable, and she provides ..read more

Talking about sex with your children can feel awkward for many people. However, talking about sex, sexuality, and bodies with your child from a young age can help your child understand that sex and sexuality are healthy parts of life. So, where do you even begin this conversation? And what do you need to say? Here to help us dive into this topic further and answer all of your questions is Andrea Brand, life coach and passionate proponent of comprehensive sex education. Listen in as Andrea explains the right time to bring sex up with your children, as well as what you should do if your child is ..read more

No matter how great you are at handling behavioral problems with your child, there always seems to be more that you can learn. Today’s guest is Kimball Lewis, owner and CEO of EmpoweringParents.com. He dives into the reasons why kids act out and shares insight into how to find parenting solutions that address what’s going on beneath the surface. Listen in as Kimball discusses the ways that parents can deal with difficult kids and offer problem-solving skills that allow for a better relationship. You'll learn the importance of having a unified front as parents and providing consistent consequen ..read more

If you are separated from the other parent of your child, your experience with co-parenting could be anything from calm to very challenging. Oftentimes, with different houses come different rules, and these different parenting styles can make the already tricky time of co-parenting even harder. So, what do you do if you don’t agree with the way your ex parents? In this episode, we will be sharing our advice on what we believe is the best way to handle different parenting styles. Listen in as we explain how to shift your thoughts and mindset around divorce and blended families to be more positi ..read more

It’s been a year since we last released an episode, and we’re so excited to say that we’re back! The past year has brought many ups and downs, all of which we will be sharing with you in this episode. We will be explaining what we’ve been up to, a refresh on why we’ve created this podcast in the first place, and a sneak peek at what you can expect to hear in the coming weeks.Listen in as we describe our exciting new family member and why we don’t share certain personal aspects of our lives online. You will learn why we’re so passionate about sharing our experience with divorce and blending fam ..read more

You probably guessed by the episode title that today is our anniversary! July is a big month: it’s Summer’s birthday month, we celebrate Independence Day, and the best part of July is the day that we celebrate our commitment to each other. In this episode, we’re reminiscing about the past and sharing how our relationship has grown stronger over the years despite the many challenges and obstacles that life has sometimes thrown our way. We are also divulging our biggest piece of advice for other couples to remember when times are hard - because even the strongest relationships experience hardshi ..read more

Your family needs you at your best, but when conflict creeps in between your partner and their ex, it has a tendency to wind you up tight and cause all kinds of frustration and anxiety. So how can this be avoided? And how do you, as a step-parent, know where to draw the line when it comes to your involvement? In this episode, I will be talking about what you can do in these situations, what we have done, and what step-parents are not responsible for doing. This is a one-on-one session, just me and you, where you’ll get a better understanding of what you can control, what you can’t control, and ..read more

Bringing a new person into your child’s life can be confusing and difficult for both you and your child, but there are ways to do it with love and understanding. Karyn Glemaud joins us on the show today to give us some great ideas for how to make the blending process go more smoothly from the start of dating all the way through marriage and moving in together. Karyn is an entrepreneur, student, and children’s book author who co-wrote a book with her son. She shares from her own experience in a very blended family and discusses how she encourages communication, listening, and empathy—but also f ..read more

Being in a blended family and dealing with an ex that puts a strain on your marriage is something a lot of people deal with. In this episode, Kate Anthony joins the show to share her insight on surviving divorce and making key decisions that will help you deal with exes, a difficult second marriage, blending for a second time and more. She has helped women all around the world to make the most difficult decision of their lives and transition out of toxic marriages. If you are trying to decide whether to heal your relationship or find a way out, Kate has an incredible way of putting things in p ..read more