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Raising His Kids

Co-parenting is hard, being a mum is hard, and being a stepmother is one of the most challenging and rewarding roles a woman can take on—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Welcome to Raising His Kids, the podcast dedicated to all mothers in blended families, hosted by Toni, a stepmum and bio mum.As someone who experiences blended family life from both sides—as a biological mum and a stepmum—Toni offers a unique perspective on the complexities of this roller coaster. A domestic violence

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68:03

Through the Eyes of A Kid With Two Homes

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2025/04/14

This week, I’m joined by Bella Duncan, the inspiring voice behind A Kid With Two Homes. Bella’s parents separated when she was just three years old, and for over 20 years she’s lived the reality of growing up between two homes. Now, with degrees in law and psychology, she uses her story to advocate for kids navigating family separation and to help co-parents truly understand the child’s perspective.In this episode, Bella shares what it was like growing up with two homes and the emotional weight of

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Co-Parenting in Harmony with Carissa

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2025/04/07

In this episode, I sit down with Carissa, the founder of Co-Parenting in Harmony, a Facebook group dedicated to helping women find peace in their co-parenting journey. Carissa is preparing to marry her fiancé and blend families with his 19-year-old twins, all while raising her 9-year-old child. We discuss the challenges of introducing a new partner to your kids, setting boundaries as a step-parent, and the emotional complexities of co-parenting with a difficult ex. Carissa shares her journey to

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71:02

Stepping Back, Setting Boundaries and Blending with...

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2025/03/30

Blended family life isn’t always smooth sailing, and today’s guest, Erika, knows that firsthand. In this episode, she opens up about the reality of step-parenting with a high-conflict bio mum in the mix, the challenges of co-parenting, and why she chose to disengage to protect her peace. We also talk about adding an ‘ours’ baby into the dynamic—how it shifted relationships, what she wishes she had known beforehand, and how she’s making it work. If you’re a stepmother struggling with boundaries,

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38:37

Cyclone Alfred The Storm and the Co-Parenting Chaos

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2025/03/23

Co-parenting is already challenging, but when a natural disaster hits, everything gets thrown into chaos. In this episode, I’m joined by Bekks to unpack what it was like co-parenting through Cyclone Alfred—navigating custody changes, safety concerns, and high-stress communication with an ex while trying to keep the kids safe. We also share listener stories from parents who had to make tough calls, stand their ground, or face unexpected co-parenting conflicts when disaster struck. Because when the

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63:49

Raising Her Kids The Chronicles of a Solo Mum by Choice

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2025/03/16

In this episode of Raising His Kids, I sit down with Sally, a solo mum by choice, to talk about her incredible journey from co-parenting challenges, to choosing to become a solo mum by choice and everything in between.Sally first became a mum after escaping a DV relationship and navigating a complex custody arrangement with her ex. Over the years, she’s faced financial struggles, co-parenting manipulation, and medical disagreements while working hard to protect her son’s well-being. Now, as her

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54:38

Unhinged Blended Family Stories

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2025/03/10

Blended family life comes with its fair share of chaos, but some stories are truly next-level. In this episode, Kassandra from We Are Familyish joins me to share some of the wildest, most unhinged blended family moments—think false assault accusations, unexpected police station visits, wedding crashers, and co-parenting demands that will leave you speechless. From bio mums using location tracking to show up uninvited to court order claims that don’t even exist, we’re diving into the kind of drama

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71:38

Regulating Chaos in a Neurodivergent Blended Family

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2025/03/03

In this episode, I’m joined by Jo, a stepmum navigating life in a neurodivergent blended family. With ADHD herself, a husband managing PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and two stepkids with autism, ADHD, and PTSD, Jo’s home is full of unique challenges and strengths. We talk about regulation, coping strategies, and how nachoing has helped her set boundaries while still being a supportive stepmum. We also answer listener questions on navigating neurodivergence in blended families, including

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70:05

Blending Bravely with Brittney Phillips

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2025/02/24

In this episode of Raising His Kids, I sit down with Brittney Phillips from Blending Bravely to talk about why your marriage is the foundation of your blended family. As a certified professional coach, teacher, and somatic healing enthusiast, Brittney has walked the blended family roller coaster herself. From navigating loyalty binds and parenting style clashes to overcoming grief and healing from past trauma, she brings wisdom, experience, and practical advice to the table. We dive into the

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76:06

The Family Core with Ginger Dellaripa

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2025/02/17

Blending a family is never easy, but staying organised while juggling parenting, court hearings, and everyday life? That’s a whole other challenge. In this episode, I sit down with Ginger Dellaripa, co-founder of *The Family Core*, to talk about how she navigated the chaos of blended family life, gained full custody of her daughters, and found ways to create stability in the midst of uncertainty. This episode was meant to be an interview, but from the moment Ginger and I started chatting, it felt

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51:20

Valentine’s Day, The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

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2025/02/10

Valentine’s Day can bring out the best—and the absolute worst—in relationships. In this episode, I’m joined once again by Kassandra from We Are Familyish as we dive into the epic Valentine’s Day fails from past relationships and the big wins we’ve experienced now that we’re in healthy, happy ones. We’re sharing listener stories and our own personal experiences that highlight just how different love can feel when you’re with the right person. From absolute disasters and forgotten gifts to awkward

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48:25

Your Stepmum Stories Unfiltered & Anonymous

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2025/02/03

This week’s episode is all about YOU! We’re diving into the stepmum anons you’ve sent in—real stories from stepmums navigating the ups and downs of blended family life. From hilarious moments to tough situations, we’re sharing it all and reacting to the experiences that make this rollercoaster so wild. Grab your coffee or wine and join us for this fun and relatable episode, filled with all the honesty and humour you love! Want your story shared? Send me a DM and it might make it into the next

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47:13

New Chapters of Blended Family Life as the Spare Parent

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2025/01/27

In this episode, I’m catching up with my friend and author, Jyl Barlow, to talk about her latest book, Sparent (Spare Parent). Jyl shares what it means to be the "spare parent" in a blended family and how her personal experiences shaped this important work. We also dive into the next chapter of her blended family journey following the sudden loss of her mother-in-law. Jyl opens up about navigating grief, the unexpected dynamics with her kids and their biological mother, and the challenges

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71:49

The Impact on Ours in This Blended Life

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2025/01/20

In this heartfelt and insightful episode, Toni and Lauren dive into a topic that resonates deeply with many blended families: how life in a blended household affects the 'ours' babies. These children, biologically shared by the couple, grow up in a unique dynamic filled with both blessings and challenges.Toni opens up about her personal experience as an 'ours' baby, offering a raw and honest look at sibling dynamics, age gaps, and the emotional complexities of growing up in a blended

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29:27

Letting go of Resentment

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2025/01/13

It’s a brand-new year and in this episode of Raising His Kids! Toni and Lauren tackle one of the most challenging aspects of stepparenting—resentment. Whether it’s feeling overshadowed by the biological mother, dealing with unmet expectations, or struggling with the emotional weight of being a stepmother, resentment is a feeling many of us know all too well. Toni and Lauren share their personal experiences with resentment, unpack listener questions, and provide strategies to help stepmothers

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53:18

New Year, New Intentions

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2025/01/06

Happy New Year and welcome to the first episode of 2025! With Lauren away for this episode, Toni is joined by her good friend Bekks as they reflect on their Christmas and New Year celebrations with their families. In this heartfelt episode, they also share intentions for the year ahead and hear from listeners about their own holiday experiences. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: Toward the end of the episode, there is a sensitive discussion about miscarriage, as one listener shares the heartbreaking loss of

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20:47

NYE – Reflecting on 2024 and Embracing 2025

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2024/12/30

As we close out 2024, join us for our final episode of the year! This week, we’re reflecting on the challenges, wins, and lessons from the past 12 months, sharing what we’re leaving behind, and setting intentions for the new year. We’ll dive into personal stories, listener reflections, and heartfelt goals for 2025. From letting go of resentment and grudges to prioritizing self-care and saying yes to new opportunities, this episode is packed with inspiration for stepping into the new year with

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44:49

Keeping It Merry This Stepmas Eve Eve

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2024/12/23

It’s Christmas Eve Eve, and we’re here to bring some holiday cheer to your ears! 🎄 Whether you’re wrapping presents, baking cookies, or hiding in the pantry from the kids (we don’t judge), we’re so glad you’re tuning in. In this lighthearted episode, Toni and Lauren share their ideal Christmas Day plans—if everything went perfectly smooth (we can all dream, right?). Plus, we answer listener questions about navigating the holidays when stepkids aren’t with you, balancing blended family traditions,

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48:58

Christmas Gift Giving in Blended Families

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2024/12/16

The holiday season is here, and with Christmas just around the corner, we're diving into one of the trickiest parts of blended family life: gift giving. In this episode, we’re unpacking how to navigate the complexities of buying gifts in blended families—from who buys for who, to dealing with judgmental kids, to managing awkward situations with exes or their families. We’re answering your listener questions, like: - Who should the gifts be signed from? - How do you handle gift money from

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49:11

Two Years of Raising His Kids – Trivia, Chaos, and...

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2024/12/10

It’s time to celebrate two incredible years of Raising His Kids! In this special episode, Toni and Lauren reflect on how it all began, sharing hilarious behind-the-scenes moments, including their first recording mishaps and funniest bloopers. But that’s not all! Test your RHK knowledge alongside them as they tackle trivia questions about the podcast’s most popular episodes, listener favorites, and memorable moments. Plus, they share some of their own blended family chaos from the past year—because

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51:12

Outsider Syndrome During The Holidays

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2024/12/03

In this episode, Lauren is joined by Kristen Skiles, the voice behind the ‘Stepmomming’’ blog and host of the ‘Stepmomming Made Easy’ podcast, to explore “outsider syndrome”—a common but rarely discussed challenge for stepmoms. As the holiday season approaches, this feeling of exclusion can intensify, especially during family traditions and gatherings. Kristen shares her personal experiences, practical tips, and mindset shifts to help stepmoms navigate these tough moments and find their place in the

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