For stepmum support, tools, workshops and coaching, visit: https://stepmumspace.comSally shares the challenges of blending families while raising a neurodiverse stepchild — and how it stretched her emotionally, practically and personally. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, unsure or guilty in your stepmum role, this conversation will help you feel seen. Real, honest, and full of compassion.In this episode, Katie speaks with Sally — a stepmum and biological mum — about the real-life challenges of blending families and raising a stepchild with additional needs.Sally shares her journey from being a single mum to navigating the emotional and practical complexities of bringing two families together. From the early days of adjustment to the ongoing work of building trust, connection and stability, Sally’s story is honest, grounded and deeply validating for any stepmum who feels stretched thin.In This Episode We Explore:What blending families really looks like when you’re already depletedThe emotional toll of being a stepmum to a child with additional needsFeeling pulled in every direction — and how to stay steadyThe pressure on the couple relationship when needs are highManaging guilt, resentment and overwhelm as a stepmumBalancing compassion for yourself, your partner and all the childrenWhy support matters — and how coaching can help stepmums feel less aloneIf This Resonates For personalised tools, strategies and support, book a free introductory coaching call: https://www.stepmumspace.com/bookingLearn more about Katie’s approach and experience: https://www.stepmumspace.comWho This Episode Is For:Stepmums navigating neurodiversity in blended familiesWomen struggling with bonding, guilt or emotional overwhelmAnyone who’s gone from “no kids” to “full household” overnightStepmums wanting clearer boundaries and steadier footingListeners looking for honest, non-judgmental stepmum storiesKeywords: struggling stepmum, stepmum support, neurodiverse stepchild, blended family challenges, bonding with stepkids, overwhelmed stepmum, stepmum podcast, parenting neurodiverse children, emotional support for stepmums, stepmum guilt, stepmum boundariesHelpful Links: Stepmum Space website: https://stepmumspace.com Instagram: @stepmumspace 1:1 Coaching & Couples Coaching: https://stepmumspace.comYou’re not alone, and you’re not doing it wrong. Connection takes time — and you deserve support while you figure things out.To join the Stepmum Space Workshop visit www.stepmumspace.comSupport the show

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