The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast

I am so excited to bring you this episode, especially during this period of time.  Leisse Wilcox is back on this show.  Leisse is a transformation and mindset coach  - who helps women find clarity in what they want, confidence in who they are, and the courage to stay true to both. She is a passionate speaker, writer, coach, podcast host, taco enthusiast – and guys, a simple conversation with Leisse can change your perspective on….  everything.  In this episode we talk openly about coping with COVID-19 including how to deal with anxiety, balancing work and life, tackling fear, the importance of protecting your energy and what COVID-19 pandemic is bringing  out for SO many of us (including me) FOR MORE FROM LEISSE:  To Call Me Beloved – Leisse’s Podcast - https://leissewilcox.ca/podcast/  Work With Leisse: https://leissewilcox.ca  Leisse on Instagram www.instagram.com/leissewilcox  Episode 033: Stop Trying To Make Other People Happy: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/coaching Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiesrimgeour.com/memberhship

This week I have a very special guest…. My sister Britt Dombroski If you follow me on Instagram you’re probably familiar with Britt…  She and my other sister Chelsea pop into my stories here and there. Brittany also has a fairly active Instagram herself where she shares the behind the scenes of life with three kids under three including twins. She is also a super talented make-up artists, a marketing specialist, a content creator and a really good time In this off the cuff very unplanned chat we talk about our childhood, life with divorced parents, what we wish our parents did differently, our different parenting styles and what it was like when Brittany found out she was pregnant with twins when I was in the worst part of my journey with infertility.Enjoy, and if you like this podcast don’t forget to give us a review. Follow Brit – www.instagram.com/brittdarling 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 Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership

This episode is the audio version of my weekly video series on YouTube. I’m sharing 6 habits that will make you a good (or even better) - not that you aren't one already!Want the Secret To Improving Your Stepfamily Life: Grab my free ebook: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/freeguide  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

Naja is a Family and Life Coach, an author and the creator of the highly acclaimed online community and platform for stepmoms, Blended and Black. In this episode Naja shares how she recommends how stepmoms deal with disrespectful stepchildren and/or a high conflict ex-wife. While Naja and I have different stepfamily dynamics result in us having different perspectives on how to navigate some areas of stepfamily life -  she is a great resource for so many stepmoms and even taught me a few golden nuggets. Speaking to her was a HUGE reminder that every stepfamily dynamic is different, and there are so many factors that contribute to the best route for each unique family. If you’re dealing with any type of high conflict co-parenting situation, this is an episode you don’t want to miss! Grab your copy of Naja’s book – Girl, Bye! She’s Not Going Anywhere… Neither Are You Find her on  Instagram - www.instagram.com/blendedandblack Facebook – www.facebook.com/blendedandblack and on her website www.blendedandblack.com 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/30daysfree

Heather Stewart of Wicked Stepmom opens up about her experiences with infertility as a stepmom. We also dive into communication in a marriage and what Heather wishes she would have done differently at the beginning. Be sure to go follow Heather on Instagram - her feed is one of my favourites. 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 101 Ways To Be A KICK-ASS Stepmom: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook

Do the kids still transition during social distancing? What happens if one parent is quarantined? Can I stop my ex from travelling with my stepkids? What do I do if my ex isn't taking recommended precautions? I'm nervous my stepkids are putting our health at risk...  Family Lawyer and Divorce Strategist Leanne Townsend is on the podcast to answer all of that and more. This podcast episode is part of a three episode series sharing how we are dealing with COVID-19 in Our Blended Family. To get the next two episodes sent to your inbox, sign up at www.jamiescrimgeour.com/stepmomsandcovid19 Join The Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership Grab a copy of 101 Ways to be a KICK-ASS Stepmom: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook You can sign up at www.jamiescrimgeour.com/stepmomsandcovid19 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

Alyson Schafer, one of Canada’s most notable parenting experts is on the show.  She is a family counsellor with a clinical practice in Toronto, ON and the author of 3 best-selling parenting books. She is also a 3 time TEDx speaker and has presented to audiences all over the world. Alyson is also the resident parenting expert for many media outlets such as The Marilyn Denis Show, Global Morning, CBC radio and HuffPost. As well, she hosts her own TV show, The Parenting Show. Alyson delivers her deep insights in ways that today's busy parents can easily understand and immediately apply. She promotes a firm but friendly "democratic parenting" style and offers practical solutions backed by extensive research and 20 years of working with families. I have to say, this interview really changed my perspective on parenting teenagers – and I am so excited to share it with you! MENTIONED RESOURCES https://alysonschafer.com www.instagram.com/alysons https://www.facebook.com/AlysonSchaferParentingExpert    ALYSON’S BOOKSHoney I Wrecked The Kids Breaking The Good Mom Myth Ain’t Misbehaving: Tactics for Tantrums   JOIN THE EXCLUSIVE STEPMOM COMMUNITY www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership  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

This week my good friend Abby Campbell is on the show. We dive into adult friendships, holding each other accountable, crushing goals, entrepreneurship and more.  For more from Abby follow along on Instagram   For more from Jamie follow along in Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. 

This week Beth from Babbling Blonde is back on the show – if you’ve been listening since the beginning, you may remember her from episode 19 or if you’re a member of the Exclusive Community you’ll recognize her as one of our stepmom contributors. Now if for some reason you’re not familiar with her you're about to become familiar… and you’re going to want to thank me for it.  Beth and I  connected on Instagram about a year and a half ago and she quickly became one of my favourite stepmoms in the online space. Beth refers to herself as a “queer stepmoms” raising a feisty fun redhead with with two other moms and a stepdad.  In this episode we dive into all things LGBTQ,  stepmom life, moving to the small town where the ex grew up and we also dish out some major life advice that is applicable to all!  For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.comFollow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie MENTIONED RESOURCES:The Exclusive Stepmom CommunityEpisode 19FOR MORE FORM BETH VISIT:Blog: https://www.babblingblonde.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/babbling_blonde Facebook: https://www.facebool.com/thebabblingblonde  Or in the ASK BETH section of The Exclusive Stepmom Community

This week I have a real treat for you on the podcast. I’m talking to Jessica Frew - second wife, ex-wife, mom, stepmom and co-host of the Husband In Law Podcast.    If you think your life is complicated, well buckle up and listen to Jessica’s story.    Jessica and her ex-husband (Steve) were married for just over a year when he came to terms with the fact that he was gay. They stayed happily married for another 7 years until Steve decided that there was a side to him that he needed to explore and be authentic to.   When they divorced, they discussed how they wanted their divorce and co-parenting relationships to look for their daughter and they have been able to stick to that plan!   Jessica has been remarried for 6 years and now has two stepkids. Her husband Matt and Steve are very good friends. Infact, the three of them host The Husband In Law Podcast together! Birthdays, family dinners, holidays and vacations are all done together.   The relationship with Matt’s ex-wife however is a different story. Despite their efforts to have a good, stable relationship, Jessica and Matt have learned they need to set boundaries to protect themselves and the kids.    In this episode Jessica shares her story and her mindset about life along with some really good strategies that have worked for her as she navigates this role. We also talk candidly about what it was like to know your husband is gay and how hard this step-parenting role can be.    THE SECRET TO IMPROVING STEPFAMILY LIFE:  https://www.thekickassstepmomproject.com/freeguide   THE HUSBAND IN LAW PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/husband-in-law    THE HUSBAND IN LAW ON INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/husband_in_law 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/stepmomsupport Join the Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership