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Raising His Kids

Toni Graham
Blended Families
Co-Parenting
Stepmotherhood
Step-Parenting
Communication
Christmas
Parenting
Resentment
Personal Growth
Self-Care
Parenting Strategies
Stepchildren
Thanksgiving
Reddit
Divorce
Domestic Conflict
Child Welfare
High-Conflict Relationships
2025
Siblings

Co-parenting is hard, being a mum is hard, and being a stepmother is one of the most challenging and rewarding roles a woman can take on—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Welcome to Raising His Kids, the podcast dedicated to all mothers in blended families, hosted by Toni, a stepmum and bio mum.

As someone who experiences blended family life from both sides—as a biological mum and a stepmum... more

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Toni is joined by Lauren as they dive into what stepmums wish they could say to bio mums — and what bio mums wish they could say to stepmums. They read comments from recent posts, unpack the unsaid thoughts, and explore perspectives ... more

In this episode, I sit down with Jyl Barlow to talk honestly about the new year — and why neither of us believe in resolutions. Instead, we dive into the goals, intentions, and hopes we’re carrying into this year while navigating blended family life,... more

Christmas in a blended family rarely looks like the movies.

In this episode, Toni and Jyl talk about how Christmas traditions change after separation and how expectations often need to shift once you’re navigating shared custody and blended family l... more

Lauren is back and we’re diving into your AITA submissions and anonymous stepmum stories — and yes, the chaos absolutely delivered this week. Between the petty, the justified, the unhinged, and the “only in a blended family” moments, we had a LOT to ... more

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Recent Guests

Bella Duncan
Child of divorce, speaker, and creator of the blog A Kid With Two Homes
A Kid With Two Homes
Episode: Through the Eyes of A Kid With Two Homes
Carissa Stepien
Co-parenting and divorce coach
Episode: Co-Parenting in Harmony with Carissa
Brittney Phillips
Coach, teacher, and somatic healing enthusiast who helps blended family moms find their groove.
Blending Bravely
Episode: Blending Bravely with Brittney Phillips
Ginger Dellaripa
Co-founder of The Family Core and mother of five
The Family Core
Episode: The Family Core with Ginger Dellaripa
Jyl Barlow
Author of 'What to Expect When You Weren't Expecting' and her upcoming book 'Sparent'
Episode: New Chapters of Blended Family Life as the Spare Parent

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Toni
Host of Raising His Kids, sharing insights from personal experiences as a bio mum and stepmum, focusing on the challenges of co-parenting and blended family life.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Real and relatable

    Thank you all for being so real on the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thedoglady2010
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thank you!

    I don’t know how you guys make scheduling work, but I’m sure glad you do! This is my favorite step mom/blended family podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mckenziehope
    United Statesa year ago
  • Appreciation

    Thank you for the latest episode on being childfree. It’s hard to find support. And it was great to hear more perspectives other than being/wanting to be a Mom all the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nicole_marie
    United States2 years ago
  • A Stepmum Community that gets it.

    These awesome ladies have different individual stepmum situations. They’ve come together to give amazing guidance and ways of thinking when it comes to running the Stepmum gauntlet. This podcast has become apart of my support network. Keep it up T, M, & L

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HoneyB66
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the genuine and relatable conversations that resonate with their own experiences in blended families.
The show is often regarded as a supportive community, providing practical advice while addressing difficult topics.
The discussions are described as raw and honest, gaining listeners' trust and admiration for tackling real-life challenges.

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Apple Podcasts
#86
Norway/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts
#246
Norway/Kids & Family

Talking Points

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Christmas Gift Giving in Blended Families
Q: How do I stop the gift giving since she started it?
Clear communication is the key; simply tell the other parent that there is no need to exchange gifts this year.
Christmas Gift Giving in Blended Families
Q: How do you sign the gifts from parents?
Always make sure that gifts are signed from both parents, to present a united front.
Christmas Gift Giving in Blended Families
Q: How do you spend money given from grandparents? Gifts versus invest or do both?
They put them into high-interest savings accounts in the children's names, using the money to buy things the kids really want when necessary.
Two Years of Raising His Kids – Trivia, Chaos, and Listener Questions
Q: What was the very first episode of Raising His Kids about?
It was about Holidays as a stepmom.
Connecting with Stepkids When Loyalty Gets in the Way
Q: How do you know if it's a loyalty bind or if the kids just don't like you?
If they are nicer to you when not around their mom, it may be loyalty binds; if they are consistently distant, they may not like you.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Raising His Kids

What is Raising His Kids about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a candid exploration of the challenges and triumphs faced by mothers in blended families, including both biological mothers and stepmothers. The host, drawing on personal experience as both a bio mom and a stepmom, provides listeners with a resourceful space to empathize and share practical advice on navigating complex family dynamics. Topics include co-parenting relationships, managing high-conflict ex-partners, and maintaining emotional well-being while fostering connections among diverse family members.

Noteworthy is the podcast's commitment to discussing topics often considered taboo in parenting, such as domestic violence outcomes and the emotional realities of blended family life. This approach fosters a supportiv... more

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2. Carissa Stepien
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4. Ginger Dellaripa
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