Radical Stepmoms

• Season 8: Episode 9: Taking up space and finding your voice. A stepmom's guide to existing with guest, Kelly

  Christina welcomes Kelly to discuss stepmom identity and finding your voice. We’ve all experienced situations that have made us feel small or ignored. Did your SK not include you in their family project? Does the ex completely ignore you? What do your stepkids call you and how does it make you feel? Kelly and Christina chat about it all and more! Listen in! About My Guest: Kelly Christ is a writer, teacher, blogger and radio host who has dedicated much of her life to reinventing herself--one trivial pursuit at a time. She writes and speaks about letting go--if only to learn how to do it herself. She married the man of her dreams (in a pandemic) and is a stepmom to two high schoolers.Find her on IG @kellyachristMentioned in this Episode: Essays on Stepmotherhood and Letting GoStoop Storytelling Stepmom StorySo much more than a podcast!!!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastNeed some 1:1 support? Schedule with ChristinaWant more community? Become a Rad Member!www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

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• Season 8: Episode 8: Pregnancy loss, grief and finding your light with guest, Carly

  Sensitive Content: This episode talks about pregnancy and loss. Please care for yourselves as you need. Christina welcomes Carly to share her story of falling in love, pursuing friendship with the ex, and navigating loss alongside stepmotherhood. As we all know, stepmotherhood doesn’t pause to acknowledge your happiest moments, and it won’t for your deepest moments of grief. Listen in as Carly shares her daughter’s story, and how her darkest times brought her a rainbow. Sending so much love to all you mamas who know this grief. You are loved, and your baby is loved. About My Guest I am a wife, stepmom to a 9 year-old girl, and mom to a one-year-old baby boy. I’m also a mom of an angel who never made it earthside but changed my life and motherhood journey forever. There is a special kind of pain you experience from mothering someone else’s child while simultaneously mourning the death of your own baby. I hope to speak to other stepmamas who may have or might one day experience what I did. I want to let them know to hang in there, there are rainbows after the storm.Find her on IG: @CarlybhuntSo much more than a podcast!!!Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcastSchedule with ChristinaBecome a Memberwww.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

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• Season 8: Episode 7: One couple's journey through high conflict & how they've found healing with guests, Courtney and Mark

  Christina welcomes back Courtney and introduces Courtney’s husband, Mark. Courtney and Mark have been through a lot together and share their experience in dealing with high conflict, endless court battles, false allegations and how they managed to preserve their marriage in the process. Courtney speaks about her newly published book, “Uncaged” and gives her words of support and wisdom to other women feeling the weight of expectations. Has your health ever been impacted by the stress of stepmotherhood? Do you ever feel consumed by drama and conflict? Listen in as Courtney shares about her journey through health and healing.  About My Guest:  Courtney is a fiercely loving momma, wife, and stepmom who lives on the East Coast with her family and furbaby, Dexter. She finds that her perfectly imperfect soul is most at peace when she is closest to a body of water. Drawing inspiration from life’s waves—both calm and stormy—she channels her passion for happily ever after into all facets of her life. Dr. Courtney is a seasoned divorce recovery specialist, mindset mentor, and co-parenting coach who also holds a DNP, a doctorate degree in Nursing. Her first life career, coupled with a traumatic family court journey, transitioned her into her second life career where she has dedicated her life to turning pain into purpose. When she’s not coaching, you can find her soaking up the coastal breeze looking for sea glass, writing in a quiet corner, or creating memories with her family. Check out Courtney's book, "Uncaged" Find her on IG - @drcourt_everafter Or her website So much more than a podcast!!! Instagram: @radicalstepmomspodcast Schedule with a 1:1 with Christina Become a Member and meet other radical stepmoms! www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

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• Season 8: Episode 6: When you’re the full-time mom, but only the step mom with guest, Jessica

  Christina welcomes Jessica to hear her perspective on being a full-time stepmom, mom and having an ours baby. What have been her own challenges and areas for growth sharing custody of her kids? How has she adapted to full time stepmom life, and what advice does she give others? Christina and Jessica chat about “fairness” between siblings, being called “mom”. In this episode we talk about the messy, beautiful, and rewarding experience of step-parenting full-time—so join us as we unpack it all! About My Guest:  Hey I’m Jessica Richter - wife, mom of 3 and step mom to 4, and Mental Health Therapist. I’m here to share my journey as a stepmom, but more importantly, as a full-time parent. In this space, we’ll explore the unique challenges of raising children who aren’t biologically yours, while balancing that role with being a mom to your own biological kids. It’s a tough job—being the full-time caregiver, making all the decisions, managing all the emotions—yet still carrying the title of “just the step mom.” Find her on IG:  jes.richter So much more than a podcast!!! ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Schedule with Christina⁠ and get some 1:1 support. ⁠Become a Member⁠ and make some stepmom friends! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

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• Season 8: Episode 5: Finding stepmotherhood in your early 20’s, the sacrifices and the gains with guest, Nathalie

  Christina welcomes Nathalie who shares her story of finding love and KIDS in her early 20’s. Young stepmoms have a unique journey. Nathalie shares how her friendships evolved or dissolved after taking on the stepmom role, having a partner in the military and managing custody schedules and oh-yes, high conflict situations. What can new, young stepmoms learn from Nathalie? Listen in!  About My Guest:  My name is Nathalie and I'm a 22-year-old stepmom. I became a stepmom 2 years ago, going into my final year of undergraduate. I am now in my Master's in Social Work, where I've learned the struggles of managing my personal life, along with the schedules of my partner and stepkid. Find her on IG: @nathalieepoulinn So much more than a podcast!!! Find me and other rad stepmoms on ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Schedule with Christina⁠ and get some 1:1 support. ⁠Become a Member⁠ and make some stepmom friends! ⁠www.radicalstepmomspodcast.com

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