73: The Joys & Learning Lessons of Stepparenting + a new baby with mom author Michelle Mansfield

 The Joys & Learning Lessons with Stepparenting   Today's guest and I share something in common. We are both stepparents to two older children and have been a younger daughter. We are going to share about the challenges and successes of step parenting, communicating with exes, navigating step motherhood changes a baby brings to a household. Michelle Mansfield is an Author and Health Coach who has a passion for wellness.  Michelle's writing includes a series of children's wellness books starring her daughter. Her latest project and passion is writing a book addressing the common, but taboo, feelings that many moms feel but are often ignored.  These include:  Navigating our role as new wife or partner in a blended family Introducing new siblings into the mix and jealousy, inclusion, making them feel involved.  How to implement your own parenting when your step kids may have been parented differently Meeting step children at an older age  Postpartum anxiety and depression Learning to let go of control Figuring out what battles to choose  Looking for like-minded Soul Mammas to connect with? Are you like me, and it took you a while into motherhood to realize you were burning the candle at both ends and not taking time for yourself? You're probably ready to say YES to yourself and to sustainable self care in your life. I know I was. Took a community of mamas through this platform to help me realize just how important saying yes to our self care really is! Our next group coaching session is Tuesday October 1st at 12:30 PST and we will be responding to my new PDF on FOUR STEPS TO RE ENERGIZING THROUGH SELF CARE plus we will all have time on the "hot seat" to share what has been coming up for us in our lives. Please email [email protected] to save your spot.    Did you mamas pick up your free pdf on four steps to re energizing through self care?Go to my website to grab yours! www.soulmammas.com    MORE EXCITING NEWS: Now offering one on one coaching! If you are feeling like you need to pivot or move into something more authentically you, but aren't sure what it is, are feeling depleted or deflated, consider coaching with me. With a background in life coaching and teaching, I am now offering 60 minute coaching sessions with me (al a carte and monthly options available on my website) via ZOOM. To find out more click the link below to set up a a free discovery call. Coach With Me   Come chat with us! Come on over to the Facebook Group & hear happenings from our community and to meet like minded mamas like yourself!  Please support the podcast by following me on Instagram where you will also receive episode updates, photos & audio clips!