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Discipline In Blended Families

Hosted by Kate Ferdinand and co-host Priscilla Appeaning and Nathalie Homles - Lewis. This podcast is a celebration of blended families - exploring the stories of relationships bound by love, no matter what their circumstances are. Covering subjects such as second marriages, divorce, parenting, life after loss, step kids, co-parenting, fostering and (not-so-wicked!) stepmothers,

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In this episode of Blended, Kate Ferdinand is joined by Nathalie and Cilla for a conversation that starts close to home.

Cilla drops a bomb about a personal family situation she’s been navigating, and the ladies rally around her, reminding her just ... more

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around coercive and post separation abuse.

 In this episode of Blended, Kate is joined by Nathalie and special guest co-host Legally Nik, family and child protection lawyer, who is back to help the ... more

In this episode of Blended, Kate Ferdinand is joined by Nathalie and Cilla, who shares an update on a family situation she previously opened up about and how she handled a recent interaction with that family member. 

They tackle a tricky dilemma, a ... more

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions around coercive and post separation abuse.

In this episode of Blended, Kate Ferdinand and Cilla are joined by Jess, known online as @JessRunsForSurvivors. Jess creates content around co-parenting wi... more

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Recent Guests

Anna Williamson
Podcast host, TV presenter, best-selling author, life coach, therapist
Episode: Anna Williamson: Child Anxiety And Relationship Advice
Chuckie Online
DJ, radio presenter, and podcast host
Episode: Chuckie Online: What Happens When Son and Stepdad Clash?
Snoochie Shy
Television personality and co-host
Episode: Snoochie Shy: Can You Involve Step-Parents Without Causing Tension?
Jessica May Turner
Known online for her cleaning and design tips, and for sharing her journey around being a single mom and co-parenting.
Episode: Jessica May: Life After Betrayal, Co-Parenting and Boundaries
Joel Beya
Sports presenter and founder of Cheeky Sport
Cheeky Sport
Episode: Joel Beya: He Won’t Let Me Meet the Ex — Is It a Red Flag?
Sayce Holmes-Lewis
Nathalie's husband, contributing insightful perspectives on co-parenting and family dynamics.
Episode: Sayce Holmes-Lewis: Why Does His Ex Still Get So Much of Him?
Nieki Shaw
A former child protection solicitor who now provides legal support to parents and step-parents.
Legally Nik
Episode: Nieki Shaw Breaks Down The Law: What Legal Rights Do Stepparents Really Have?
Ashley John-Baptiste
Broadcaster, documentary maker, and author
Episode: Ashley John-Baptiste: From Foster Care to Fatherhood

Hosts

Kate Ferdinand
Host of Blended podcast focused on stepfamily and co-parenting topics.
Priscilla Appeaning
Co-host of Blended podcast, often contributing perspectives as a fellow stepfamily advocate.
Nathalie Holmes-Lewis
Co-host providing experience and guidance on blended family dynamics and parenting.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 769 ratings
  • Love Kate, but she gets very overpowered

    I really enjoy a lot of the podcast and almost always agree with Kate, but I find it disappointing how Kate will dilute her own opinions a lot as the conversations with the others go along and the others disagree strongly. I wish Kate would stick to her guns a bit more because I truly believe most listeners are willing her to because they agree with her. The latest episode was quite triggering. I have experience with adoption and I think the focus on “blood” being treated differently and that be... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LaurenElizaBeth9
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • Disappointed

    Was really excited to listen to this podcast as I love Kate and her journey with Rio & the kids. But found it a difficult listen because everyone was talking over her. Very overbearing cohosts which meant I was getting frustrated listening. Felt they kept trying to force their opinion into the conversation (even though their opinion was valid it came across too much!).

    Going to go back to the beginning and try listen to earlier ones as reviews seem to be better.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    PodcastQueen1004
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Not keen on the new format

    I really like Kate, I think she’s a brilliant mum and step mum, willing to learn and take ok board new ideas. I’m not keen on Cilla, I just feel she dominates conversations and is overly opinionated. She forces her points across and rarely listens to others.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Salm75
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • One host dominates conversations

    I find Cilla a bit grating, she says her opinions as though they are facts and sometimes it feels like the other women can’t get a word in.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Georgia Hearts
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Refreshing

    Really enjoying the new style and co presenters - great to see another view point which applies to a lot of families!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucy18241
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Many praise the empathy and practicality of the advice, often citing actionable strategies.
Some listeners feel the show shifted with the new co-host format and prefer earlier dynamics.
Listeners appreciate the candid, real-world discussions about blended families and co-parenting.
Guests are valued for their relatable experiences and expertise in parenting and relationships.
Community feel and supportive tone are frequently highlighted as strengths.

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@Jessrunsforsurvivors: Co-Parenting With A Narcissist
Q: What practical tips does she share for listeners currently dealing with similar situations?
She emphasizes gray rocking, minimal engagement, keeping a written timeline, and building a supportive community; she also encourages ongoing conversation with children and maintaining boundaries.
@Jessrunsforsurvivors: Co-Parenting With A Narcissist
Q: How has Jess's life changed since separating, and what have been the most challenging parts of co-parenting with someone who is narcissistic?
Jess describes years of coercive control and covert abuse, the difficulty of parallel parenting, and the emotional toll on both herself and her children, along with finding strategies to protect their wellbeing.
@Jessrunsforsurvivors: Co-Parenting With A Narcissist
Q: Cause I feel like we need to get into what is the actual definition of a narcissist?
A narcissist is a personality disorder with recognizable traits like lack of empathy and grandiosity, though diagnosis is needed for the formal label; many people exhibit narcissistic traits without meeting the clinical criteria.
Chuckie Online: What Happens When Son and Stepdad Clash?
Q: What can you share that would give maybe the mum or the dad that's meeting someone new advice for meeting a child?
The integration period is really important, and it's crucial to understand the child's feelings during this transition.
Rio Ferdinand Is Back! How Will His Older Kids Feel?
Q: Why wasn't he like this before? Should I bring it up? Is it fair to ask?
It's normal for parents to grow and improve their parenting skills over time, and communication with older children about these changes is essential.

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What is Blended about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on blended families, co-parenting, and stepfamily dynamics, offering honest conversations about relationships bound by love and complicated by exes, boundaries, and parenting challenges. Across episodes, hosts and guests share lived experiences, practical strategies for communication, and coping tactics for navigating betrayal, anxiety, and teen behavior, with a strong emphasis on boundaries, empathy, and family wellbeing. A standout element is the supportive, community feel—listeners' dilemmas are discussed with warmth and actionable takeaways, often interwoven with expert perspectives from therapists and parenting coaches. Potential listeners who want relatable, real-world guidance on blending families, stepmother roles,... more

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Recent guests on Blended include:

1. Anna Williamson
2. Chuckie Online
3. Snoochie Shy
4. Jessica May Turner
5. Joel Beya
6. Sayce Holmes-Lewis
7. Nieki Shaw
8. Ashley John-Baptiste

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