The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast

In this episode we’re talking all about relationships with age gaps.A few months back I got lost in the rabbit hole of Instagram and stumbled upon Natalie Workman’s Instagram profile @hes25yearsolder Since Darren and I have a 13-year-age difference, I was very interested in all that she had to say. Let me just say, it didn’t take me long to fall in love with Natalie. Natalie’s finance Brandon is 25 years older than her. On her blog and most recently her podcast, she talks about all things age gap relationships; Including the obvious challenges and completely unexpected realities of being in a relationship with an older man.She’s very honest when she says that the most challenging part of their relationship has been navigating the opinions of people. She says and I quote “when we fell in love, we had no idea how challenging it was going to be to make everyone else fall in love with us too” In this episode we talk about the challenges of dating an older man, our experiences dealing with other people’s opinions, how Brandon’s kids reacted to this relationship and the life lessons that we’ve both learned from hooking up with an older man with kids!Natalie’s Platform:BlogInstagram Podcast DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY OF How to Co-Parent With A High Conflict Ex

A few weeks back I received an email from a long-time follower, and amazingly talented stepmom blogger, Beth from Babbling Blonde blog. I love Beth’s story, her perspective and her commitment to following her heart! Beth grew up in small town West Virginia in a super conservative, rural dot in coach country, USA. About 5 years ago she moved to Pittsburgh and ended a 7 year relationship with her college boyfriend… about a years after that she realized she was in love with her best friend Jen, who had an incredible 3 year old daughter.Jen and Beth moved in together in 2016, and Beth official became a stepmom in 2017.Obviously being in as same sex relationship makes Beth’s story a little different than the standard stepmom blogger, so when she had trouble relating to what she saw online, she started blogging about her own experience. In this episode Beth and I talk about all things stepmom life, including Beth’s transition from single and straight, to not only being in a same sex relationship, but having an instant family. We also tackle her family’s reaction, what it was like to move to a small town where her partner’s ex had deep roots, her biggest mistakes as a stepmom. what makes being a stepmom in a same sex relationship even more complicated and one of the habits she thinks that stepmoms should break. I love this episode and I just adore Beth and I’m so excited to introduce you to her! Be sure to check her out at www.babblingblonde.com and following along on Instagram and FacebookAlso, don’t forget to grab your free download on how to deal with a high conflict ex – www.jamiescrimgeour.com/highconflictex Follow along on Social:www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie www.pinterest.com/scrimgeourjamie

In this week’s episode of the podcast I chat with my good friend Melissa from It’s Me Melis.  You may know Melissa from the online and television duo Vanessa and Melissa, but recently Melissa has branched on her own and among other things, has been sharing her journey as a single Mom. In this episode Melissa and I talk about all things single motherhood, including importance of mindset, dating as a single mom, dealing with another woman taking care of your kids, and what she thinks moms need to do before they get back in the saddle. Be sure to check out Melissa on YouTube, Facebook and Instagram. Also, don’t forget to grab your free download on how to deal with a high conflict ex – www.jamiescrimgeour.com/highconflictex Follow along on Social:www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie www.pinterest.com/scrimgeourjamie

Ever wish you could pick a lawyer’s brain without getting charged crazy legal fees?? You know, ask them all those burning questions about child support, spousal support, what to do if the ex isn’t following the order… or even when the kids get to start making decisions for themselves  Well, if so, today is your lucky dayIn this episode I chat with Lawyer and Divorce Coach, Leanne Townsend. Not only is Leanne a practicing family lawyer, she is also a Divorce Coach who provides Pre Divorce, Divorce Management and Divorce recovery support! Leanne is a wealth of knowledge in this area and I know that you’re going to find this episode oh so valuable!Be sure to check her out at www.leannetownsend.ca, and on Instagram and Facebook Also, don’t forget to grab your free download on how to deal with a high conflict ex – www.jamiescrimgeour.com/highconflictex Follow along on Social:www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie www.pinterest.com/scrimgeourjamie

In this episode I sit down with my good friend Joanna Venditti from Nesting Story and talk about all things motherhood! When I listened back to this episode, my first thought was, this is an episode all moms need to listen to.  We tackle marriage, parenting strategies (including parenting kids in the same family in different ways), what we share about our lives online, how we handle criticism, how we choose our friends, what gets a big fat NO and so much more! Don't forget to check out Joanna on Instagram, YouTube and Facebook. If you already, grab your copy of 101 Ways to be a KICK-ASS Stepmom! 

In this episode of The Jamie Scrimgeour Podcast, I sit down with my food friend Amanda Muse. Amanda is one of YouTubes original moms. She was creating videos online before creating videos online was even a thing. She has built this really engaged online community by sharing the ups and downs of motherhood through video. Over her years of doing what she does, Amanda truly has become a lifestyle brand and full on makes a living creating videos on YouTube. She also recently launched a Podcast “The Sandwich” where she has real and authentic conversations about motherhood, relationships, personal development, entrepreneurship and more.She recently interviewed me about our journey with infertility, so if you’re looking for an update you can go check it out.Creating videos online before it was even a thing. Amanda has related an engaged community by online sharing the ups and downs of motherhood through video. In this episode Amanda and I really just shoot the shit, we talk what it’s like to share your life with the internet, about friendships in motherhood, the importance of being deliberate about who gets your time and energy, and how about basically, neither of us have time for BS in life…EnjoyFind Amanda on Facebook: www.facebook.com/museamanda Instagram: www.instagram.com/amandamuseYouTube: www.youtube.com/amandamuse Jamie’s Episode on The Sandwich : https://www.amandamuse.com/podcast/2018/10/25/s2-episode-4-infertility 101 Ways to be a KICK-ASS Stepmom: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com

This week on the podcast I sit down with amazingly smart and funny Naja Hall. 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 shares how she recommends how stepmoms deal with disrespectful stepchildren and/or a high conflict ex-wife.While Naja and I’s 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 YouFind her on Instagram - www.instagram.com/blendedandblack Facebook – www.facebook.com/blendedandblack and on her website www.blendedandblack.com Grab your copy of 101 Ways to be a KICK-ASS Stepmom - www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook

This week Darren and I share our tried and true marriage tips. As we disclosed in episode 001 of the podcast, it wasn't always hearts and sparkles for us. But almost six years in, these relationship strategies have literally changed our entire relationship. To grab a copy of the tips shared in this episode + a few more head to www.jamiescrimgeour.com/marriagetips Come follow along on Social Media Instagram - www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Facebook - www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com    

In this episode I’m sharing my 10, tried and true tips for getting your shit together when you feel like you can’t keep your head above water.Life happens, things get busy! If you feel like you’re not as organized as you’d like to be… this episode is for you! Blog Post: 10 Things To Do At The Beginning Of Every Month101 Ways to be a KICK-ASS StepmomLet’s get social:www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie www.pinterest.com/scrimgeourjamie

On this episode Darren and I answer your questions all about blended family life, and how we manage our blended family! Mentioned Blog Post:I don’t have to listen to you, you’re not my mom. How I responded to every Stepmom’s nightmare101 Ways To Be A KICK-ASS Stepmom >> www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook Come follow along on Social: Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgour Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/scrimgeourjamie For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com