For stepmum support, tools, workshops and coaching, visit: https://stepmumspace.comEpisode SummaryIn this episode, Katie talks to Carly — a mum to an 11-year-old girl and stepmum to two boys aged 10 and 14. Carly and her partner have lived together for two years, and during that time she’s gone from feeling like a confident parent to feeling constantly anxious whenever her stepsons are around.Carly speaks openly about the discipline clashes, emotional tension and biological loyalty dynamics that surface when two families try to blend. She also shares candidly why the family have decided to put a pause on stepfamily holidays for now — and the huge impact that decision has had on everyone’s wellbeing.This is an honest, incredibly relatable conversation for anyone trying to bring two sets of children together under one roof.In This Episode We ExploreThe anxiety that can arise when blending familiesWhy confident parents can feel like “new beginners” in stepfamily lifeDiscipline differences between two householdsHow biological bonds and loyalty affect blended dynamicsThe emotional impact of bringing children of similar ages togetherWhy some stepfamilies pause holidays — and what it meansFeeling judged, unsure or “never quite right” as a step-parentThe invisible emotional load of trying to make everything workWhat helps parents and step-parents stay grounded during blendingThese themes match the most common things families search online when they’re struggling to blend, manage discipline or navigate loyalty binds.If This Resonates For boundaries support, emotional tools and stepmum-specific guidance, visit: https://stepmumspace.comWho This Episode Is ForStepmums blending families or moving in togetherParents navigating discipline clashes between householdsAnyone struggling with loyalty binds or biological pullWomen feeling anxious or unsettled in stepfamily lifeStep-parents trying to build connection across two family systemsListeners wanting real, honest stories of blending familiesHelpful Links Stepmum Space website: https://stepmumspace.com Instagram: @stepmumspace 1:1 Coaching & Couples Coaching: https://stepmumspace.comYou’re not alone. Your feelings make sense. And whenever you're ready for support that genuinely helps, Stepmum Space is here.To join the Stepmum Space Workshop visit www.stepmumspace.comSupport the show

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