261: Interview With Lisa Johnson ~ Author of "Been There Got Out"
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori and David Sims, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talk to Lisa Johnson. Lisa is co-author, along with her partner Chris Barry, of “Been There Got Out.” Like Lori and David, Lisa and Chris use their first-hand experience to help others. In this episode, we discuss the following: Toxic relationships High conflict divorce Legal abuse Coercive control Jennifer’s Law Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: “I am a family law attorney. I kept hearing about this Nacho parenting from clients and in the courtroom. I decided to join the Nacho Academy to see what...
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260: Chose To Marry But Not Live Together
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori, founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talks to stepmom Tikeetha. Tikeetha has one child, and her partner has two children, one of which is an adult and no longer living at home. Both of their teenage children have lost their other parent. Tikeetha and her partner decided to get married but have not moved in together yet but plan to in the future. In this episode, we discuss the following: Choosing to get married but live sep Having an autistic child in the blend Partner wants family to blend When a bio parent dies Friction between the stepkids Nacho...
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259: Stepkid Graduations
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori and David Sims, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talk about struggles blended families often face when it comes to Graduation ceremonies. Unfortunately, most kids are given a limited number of tickets and it can often cause issues within the family, even a nuclear family! But you add the blend… and whew! Hang on! In this episode, we discuss the following: Graduation Tickets One upping your ex Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: “I joined the Nacho Kids Academy just out of sheer curiosity. I am also a stepfamily coach and wanted to see what Lori had in...
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258: Mother's Day Struggles For Stepmoms
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori and David Sims, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talk about some of the struggles stepmoms have with Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is hard for a lot of people. Whether it be stepmoms, those who could never have children or have lost children, bio moms, or those who don’t have good relationships with their bio moms. In this episode, we discuss the following: Stepmom expectations Mother’s Day recognition for stepmoms Stepmom's Day but no Stepdad's Day Hallmark Holiday Mental Health Wellness Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: “I asked my...
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257: Interview With Veronica Grace Andrews ~ Healing Stepmom Burnout
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori Sims, founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talks to stepmom Veronica Andrews. Veronica is the author of “Heal Stepmom Burnout”. She has been blending for 15 years, has two stepkids, and is child-free by choice. In this episode, we discuss the following: Changes in custody time Losing yourself Finding the balance Stepmom burnout Wanting what is best for the kids Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: “My stepkid is 20 years old. Does nothing but lay on the couch playing on their phone all day. It was driving me crazy. Like, really. I lost my composure...
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256: Stepfamily Vacations
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori and David, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talk about stepfamily vacations. If you have ever been on a blended family vacation, you know how stressful they can be! Lori & David talk about challenges and tips to help have a good blended family vacation. In this episode, we discuss the following: Preparing for stepfamily vacations Expectations Separate vacations with kids Separate vacations adults only Length matters Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: “I love Lori and David! You can tell they truly care about you and your blend. They want you to...
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255: Stepkid Gets An Arrow Through His Head
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori and David, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talk to stepcouple Jenn and Zeb. They have been blending for three years, and married six months. The hardest part of the blend for Zeb is establishing and maintaining stepmom’s role within the blend and Jenn’s hardest part is figuring out her place and role within the blend. In this episode, we discuss the following: What’s the stepparent role Who is responsible for the stepkid Stepkid calling stepmom “Mom” Feeling pushed out of your bio kid’s life When the stepkid gets an arrow through his...
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254: Lori & David Answer Nacho Questions
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori and David, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, answer some Nacho questions. You have questions, we have answers! Please note, these are top level answers to questions and in the Nacho Kids Academy Lori and David delve deeper into the questions you may have and provide guidance to help you Nacho properly. In this episode, we discuss the following: Triggers Nasty Stepkids Summertime stepkids Stepparent responsibilities Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: “This Nacho stuff is gold! I wish we would have found it sooner. My husband and I decided to join...
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253: Parental Alienation ~ A Legal Or Mental Health Issue?
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
In this episode, Lori, founder of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talks to bio dad Chris. Chris has experienced parental alienation with his daughter. Chris shares his story and because of his alienation is working to help other alienated parents. In this episode, we discuss the following: Parental alienation Boundaries Legal issue versus mental health issue Divorced parents and school Psychological abuse Nacho Kids Academy Success Story: “I had decided to leave my partner. A friend at work was watching the Guilty Parent Syndrome course in the Nacho Academy during our lunch...
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252: Stepson Wants Stepmom To Be Mom
The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
*** DISCLAIMER *** Mention of attempted suicide in this episode. In this episode, Lori and David Sims, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talk to stepmom Jo and bio dad Ben! They have been blending for five years and married two. Ben has two bio kids, one of which lives with him full-time and wants Jo to be his mom! Jo pushed for the oldest stepson to come live with them full-time and feels she has emotionally adopted him. Jo and Ben’s journey has not been easy, in fact there was a time where Jo attempted suicide. In this episode, we discuss the following: The...
info_outlineIn this episode, Lori and David Sims, founders of Nacho Kids Nacho Parenting, talk about struggles blended families often face when it comes to Graduation ceremonies. Unfortunately, most kids are given a limited number of tickets and it can often cause issues within the family, even a nuclear family! But you add the blend… and whew! Hang on!
In this episode, we discuss the following:
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Graduation Tickets
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One upping your ex
Nacho Kids Academy Success Story:
“I joined the Nacho Kids Academy just out of sheer curiosity. I am also a stepfamily coach and wanted to see what Lori had in her Academy. I have to tell you, I am so impressed with the Academy, that I am now referring my clients to take her courses! It helps me because I can focus on stuff outside the Nacho method with them and I get to see the transformation that happens within one month of them joining. Makes my job easier and saves them money!” ~ L.T.