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We're Mike and Kim Anderson and we believe in a world where blended families experience a future full of hope, connection, and peace.  That's why we focus on helping couples in stepfamilies move from a place of confusion and conflict to a life of confidence and connection.  Thanks for joining us to discover how you can live the blended family life you really want!If you've been following us for a while — yes, we recently changed the podcast name from "The Blended Family Coaching Show" to "Blended Family Breakthrough".  Thanks for noticing!

Blended Family Breakthrough Mike & Kim Anderson

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.9 • 18 Ratings

We're Mike and Kim Anderson and we believe in a world where blended families experience a future full of hope, connection, and peace.  That's why we focus on helping couples in stepfamilies move from a place of confusion and conflict to a life of confidence and connection.  Thanks for joining us to discover how you can live the blended family life you really want!If you've been following us for a while — yes, we recently changed the podcast name from "The Blended Family Coaching Show" to "Blended Family Breakthrough".  Thanks for noticing!

    186. How to Build an Atmosphere of Trust and Influence as a Stepfather [with Gil Stuart]

    186. How to Build an Atmosphere of Trust and Influence as a Stepfather [with Gil Stuart]

    Hey Stepdads — ever wonder if you're "winning or losing" in your role at home?Most stepdads I meet genuinely want to build trust with their stepkids and influence them toward success in life. But sometimes it feels like there's a bit too much chaos in the home — or you're not quite on the same page with your wife.The typical challenges of blending families often feel like they get in the way of you making the impact you really want to make.I get that feeling, and so does Gil Stuart, our...

    • 1 hr
    Simple Step: Where do you get sound advice?

    Simple Step: Where do you get sound advice?

    Join our Blending Together Communityhttps://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/blendingtogetherSuggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know!We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/shareReady for some extra support?We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help. You can connect with us for a free coaching call ...

    • 11 min
    185. Overcome Isolation and Loneliness By Plugging Into a Supportive Community

    185. Overcome Isolation and Loneliness By Plugging Into a Supportive Community

    Have the challenges of blending a family ever left you feeling alone?Maybe you've felt like you're the only one experiencing the unique realities of blended family life.Maybe you're struggling with parenting complexities and your friends just don't get it. Or communication is tense in your couple relationship and your extended family can't seem to understand why.Maybe the kids are acting out or shutting down and it's hard to explain to everyone around you. Or maybe there's ongoing...

    • 29 min
    Simple Step: Celebration and Support for Stepmoms

    Simple Step: Celebration and Support for Stepmoms

    ResourcesCheck out our Blending Together CommunityEpisode 157. 3 Seasoned Stepmoms Share How They've Survived & Thrived in Their Blended Family JourneySuggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know!We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/shareReady for some extra support?We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to ...

    • 7 min
    184. The Heart of Motherhood: Navigating Messy Moments with Empathy and Love

    184. The Heart of Motherhood: Navigating Messy Moments with Empathy and Love

    Hey Moms and Stepmoms! As this episode drops, I'm betting that Mother's Day is on your radar. If you're anything like me (Kim), you're looking forward to being celebrated. But as wonderful as it is to be appreciated on Mother's Day, it might just feel like a drop in the bucket……because being celebrated and appreciated on this one day of the year, might not help you get through all the other difficult days of your motherhood journey. Those days when you feel unappreciat...

    • 36 min
    Simple Step: Build Your Parenting Partnership

    Simple Step: Build Your Parenting Partnership

    Ready to join the Blending Together Community? Just click this link to get started:https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/blendingtogetherSuggest a Topic or Ask a Question Would you like us to discuss something specific or answer your question on the show? Let us know!We've made it easy. Just click here: https://www.blendedfamilybreakthrough.com/shareReady for some extra support?We all need some extra support along the blending journey — we're here to help.&nb...

    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
18 Ratings

18 Ratings

unsurestepmom ,

Great insight!

This podcast is free therapy :) I love the positive and compassionate tone of the episodes. It’s been so insightful and helpful to understanding our kids and our blend. Highly recommend!

Busy Mama of 5! ,

Long time listener

I have been listening to the podcast and been an email subscriber to Mike and Kim for quite a while now. I finally got my husband to join in on listening with me and already we are able to use the terminology that Mike and Kim use to be able to communicate our feelings and implement some really great advice given by Mike and Kim, and are on our way to making our Complex (2 biological and 3 step-children) Blended Family to really work and thrive. Thanks!!!

JaneenVdb ,

So helpful and inspirational!

Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge with us! This podcast has given me so much insight into how our issues arise and how to work around them or solve them. Thank you x 10!

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