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Exes & Babies
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Say hello to your new favorite co-parent whisperers! Co-parenting or not, you don't want to miss Sydney and Jeffrey's unfiltered, yet helpful chats with other co-parents and family professionals. Exes & Babies aims to uplift and up-level the co-parenting community by sharing real stories and resources that inspire positive relationships amongst the blended families raising our children, our future. Learn more at exesandbabies.com
Episodes
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I Thought I Was Done Healing — Then My Ex Came Back | Ashley Noelle Presti | Exes & Babies
DISCOUNT CODE: EXES15 for 15% off 🙂 https://blendedbond.com Conversation cards that help coparents and blended families connect with intention.blendedbond.com ------------------------------------------ WATCH TILL THE END — This episode gets REAL. What happens when healing isn’t linear? When...
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How Positive Communication Changed Blended Families
Co-parenting doesn’t have to feel like constant tension, arguments, or emotional burnout. In this episode of Exes & Babies, we dive deep into how positive communication can completely transform your co-parenting relationship — even after a painful breakup or divorce. If you’re struggling with:...
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They Still Live Together After the Breakup… Here’s the REAL Reason (Co-Parenting Under One Roof)
What happens when two exes decide NOT to move out? In this episode of Exes & Babies, we dive deep into the real, raw, and often messy reality of co-parenting under the same roof after a breakup. Whether you're navigating separation, exploring modern co-parenting, or simply curious about...
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Why Accountability Changes Everything?
Accountability isn’t easy — but it’s powerful.In this episode of the Exes & Babies Podcast, Sydney Swonigan dives deep into what it really means to take accountability in co-parenting. From owning your actions to breaking toxic cycles, this conversation explores how self-awareness can transform…
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The One Mindset Shift That Changes Everything in Co-Parenting
What if the key to peaceful co-parenting wasn’t control — but positive intent? 💛In this episode of Exes & Babies, we dive deep into how assuming positive intent and giving recognition can completely transform the co-parenting relationship.Too often, co-parents get stuck in blame and...
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Grace & Empathy Can Do This To You!
Can grace and empathy really change your co-parenting story? In this heartfelt episode, Exes & Babies founder Sydney Swonigan opens up about how choosing grace — even when it’s hard — can rebuild peace, trust, and communication between co-parents.She shares personal experiences and lessons that...
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Falynn Pina Opens Up About Co-Parenting: From Custody Battles to Finding Peace - Ep 36
On Exes & Babies, host Sydney Swonigan, The Co-Parent Whisperer, sits down with Falynn Pina (RHOA alum) for a grounded, unfiltered conversation about co-parenting after court battles, public scrutiny, and blended family dynamics. This episode is packed with real talk on co-parenting, divorce,...
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Sherien on Being a Stepmom and Healing After Divorcing Apollo Nida from RHOA
On Exes & Babies, host Sydney Swonigan, The Co-Parent Whisperer, sits down with Sherien Almufti — recognized from The Real Housewives of Atlanta and her relationship with Apollo Nida — for a conversation that goes far deeper than headlines. Sherien embodies grace, insight, and healing as she…
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How to Break Toxic Cycles for Better Co-parenting
What does it really take to go from toxic fights to teamwork in co-parenting? In this raw episode of Exes & Babies, host Sydney Swonigan, The Co-Parent Whisperer, sits down with Devorah and Cedric—founders of The Co-Parent Goals. Together, they open up about their rocky breakup, the toxic ways…
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Clean the Slate: Your First Step to Better Co-Parenting - Ep 33
Co-parents, ditch the shame and old, toxic co-parent stereotypes. The first step for better co-parenting is simple: clean your slate, reset your mindset, and start showing up in a way that you can be proud of. From forgiving yourself (and your ex) to designing a co-parenting relationship that...
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Dating Dads: Boundaries for Budding Stepmoms - Ep 31
Get ready for some unfiltered truth on dating dads! Sydney and Qolett dive into the crucial role of boundaries when dating men with children. Qolett shares her personal experiences, strict rules for engaging with co-parents, and eye-opening advice for any "budding stepmom" looking to navigate…
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Should Co-parents Get Back with Their Ex? - Ep 32
Can you REALLY get your ex back? And what happens to co-parenting if you do? On "Exes and Babies," Sydney Swonigan, the "co-parent whisperer," gets the unfiltered truth from Benny Lichtenwalner, a "get your ex back" coach! Get ready for raw insights on relationship reconciliation, communication...
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How to NOT be a Toxic Baby Mama: Co-Parenting Dos & DON'TS
Your host Sydney Swonigan, aka The Co-Parent Whisperer, dives deep into the often-tricky world of co-parenting from the "baby mama" perspective. As a baby mama herself, Sydney shares honest insights, hard-won wisdom, and crucial advice on the toxic behaviors to avoid for the sake of your child's...
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The GOATs of Co-parenting: Blended Vacations and More - Ep 29
Ever wonder what effective co-parenting truly looks like? This week, we're sitting down with Brit and Matt, two Seattle parents who have developed a remarkably harmonious co-parenting dynamic. They're not just managing schedules; they're taking "blended vacations" to Hawaii with their kids and...
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Raised By Stellar Co-parents — Only to Date a Not so Stellar One - Ep 28
What happens when you're fortunate enough to be raised by co-parenting rockstars, only to find yourself navigating the complexities of a "not-so-stellar" co-parenting dynamic in your own adult relationship? In this incredibly candid episode, Kassie Hollman shares her unique journey. She grew up...
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From Co-Parented Kid to Conscious Co-Parent: Breaking Generational Chains - Ep 27
In this incredibly candid and insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. Chin, a remarkable speech-language pathologist, Instagram influencer, certified life coach, and dedicated mom. Dr. Chin shares how her own experiences as a co-parented child shaped her approach to raising her own children in a...
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Fatherhood Under Attack? Former NBA Player Falsely Accused of DV and Finding Peace - Ep 26
After a decade of staying silent, former NBA player Bobby Ray Jones Jr., aka Yoga Bob, vulnerably shares his traumatic story of being falsely accused of domestic violence by his co-parent and how fathers can de-escalate these type of situations. Yoga Bob also discusses: The personal toll of being...
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Co-parenting Hack: Lower Your Expectations and Find Peace - Ep 25
Lindsy shares how her co-parenting evolved over time with her adjusting her expectations of her co-parent. Also, her blended family has grown to include her current partner, second son, and stepson, and she shares what she had to learn and unlearn to make everything work. Lastly, she describes…
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Centering Yourself Post-Divorce: Redefining Motherhood and Situationships - Ep 24
In this juicy, enlightening episode, Sydney sits down with her friend Javonne — a resilient mom, co-parent, and woman committed to ongoing healing after divorce. Javonne shares how she's reclaiming her peace by prioritizing rest, setting boundaries, and exploring healthier dynamics in her...
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An Unfiltered Truth: Why This Veteran Father Wants Every Man to Try Therapy - Ep 23
What if the key to understanding your past relationships and building a truly thriving future lies in a place many men hesitate to go? On this powerful episode of Exes & Babies, we sit down with an extraordinary veteran Haitian-American father, Jeffrey Hysons, who is a passionate advocate for men...
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Dating After a Breakup: What Every Co-parent MUST Know - Ep 22
In this Exes & Babies podcast episode, certified co-parent coach Sydney Swonigan, The Co-parent Whisperer, breaks down how to create boundaries for yourself and your co-parent before starting to date. She also questions Russell Wilson's decision to refer to himself as his stepson Future's…
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Mom’s New Wife Meeting Her Two Baby Daddies - Ep 21
TW: DV In this final episode of season 2, we hope you enjoy learning about Monika and Keshona's love story as much as we did. Learn how the father's welcomed Keshona as another parent to their children and let us know what you thought in the comments. Topics Include: Introducing your children to...
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Co-parent Custody Scheduling - Ep 20
Co-parents scheduling needs for the children of blended homes may change as the children grow. Co-hosts Sydney and Jeff share how they navigated co-parent scheduling with their families and tips they have for others. Follow us on Instagram: Exes & Babies: Instagram.com/Exesandbabies Co-host…
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Co-parenting On Your Own Terms - Ep 19
Our co-hosts interview Felicia Tyson about her experience co-parenting while wearing multiple hats as a mom and cannabis entrepreneur. Topics include: - Managing parenthood as a business owner - Creating your ideal co-parenting situation - Honest communication with your co-parent partner Follow…
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Polyamory, Coparenting, & International Migration, oh my! - Ep 18
Our co-host Sydney and guest co-host Rashaad interview Dominique Theodore Thomas as he opens up about navigating co-parenting a transgender child in a polyamorous family. Topics include: - Co-parenting a transgender child - Navigating polyamorous relationship and co-parenting - Leaving the United...
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Empty Nester Co-parent - Ep 17
Our co-hosts interview La Quanna Cooper about her transition to empty nester and co-parenting, particularly about her experience as a teen mother and raising her child in a multicultural home. Topics include: - Teen pregnancy - Co-parenting with a multicultural family - The impact of setting...
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Interracial Co-parenting - Ep 16
Our co-hosts interview Dr. Sunita Iyer about her divorce and co-parenting experience, particularly as an Indian American mom raising her biracial son. Topic include: Perception of divorce in traditional Indian culture, Co-parenting with racial and cultural differences, and Impact of divorce on...
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Navigating Co-parenting Through Collaborative Divorce - Ep 15
Co-hosts Sydney and Jeffrey sit down with collaborative divorce attorney Lucia Ramriez Levias to delve into the world of co-parenting through collaborative divorce and debunk common myths about divorce. Don't miss out on the upcoming Exes & Babies Panel & Mixer on July 19th! Mark your calendars…
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Co-parenting Principles 101 - Ep 14
Co-hosts Sydney and Jeffrey break down the co-parenting principles they try to live by to keep the peace. Principles include: - Be a team centered around you child - Assume positive intent - Check your ego! What are some of your principles? Subscribe and tell us what you think :). If you need...
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A Stepmom & a Babymama Without the Drama??? - Ep 13
Co-host Sydney chats with her son's Bonus Mom aka stepmom Keisha Credit (@keishacredit) about how their blended family journey began and ways they keep the peace and combat the stigma of stepmom and babymama relations. Please subscribe :). Topics include: -What to consider when dating a parent...
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Co-parents Navigating Taxes - Ep 12
In this episode, we dive into the complex world of coparenting and taxes. Tax expert, Vonne Williams, shares their tips on how to navigate this sensitive and intricate aspect of coparenting. Tune in and gain a better understanding of how to optimize your tax return as a co-parent. Topics include:...
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A Stepson's Take on Stepfatherhood - Ep 11
Damon Bomar, co-owner of Communion Restaurant and Bar, shares how his stepfather helped shape who he is and how he wants to show up as a step father.
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Jeff’s Touching Co-parent Coaching Session - Ep 10
Co-parent Coach Syd gives Jeff a coaching session to give listeners an idea of what co-parenting coaching can look like. Jeff opens up about he guilt he holds around fatherhood and how it impacts his day to day interactions. Tears are shed, grace is encouraged, and clarity is achieved in this…
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A Distant Father's Side of the Story - Ep 9
Fred opens up about his teenage pregnancy and the difficulties he faces trying to co-parent as a young Black father due to unresolved conflict. Topics include child support challenges, adoption, unforgiveness, parenting from different states, and Black collective growth. Our aim is to give voices...
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Secrets of Dating while Co-parenting - Part 2 - Ep 8
Listen in as Sydney and Jeff continue their vulnerable conversation from part 1 about the difficulties of dating while co-parenting. Topics include vetting potential stepparents and assumptions about single moms and dads on dating apps. #coparenting #parenting #datingapps #love #singlemoms...
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Secrets of Dating while Co-parenting - Part 1 - Ep 7
In part one of this dating episode, Sydney and Jeffrey download on the magic of dating while they co-parenting. Topics include setting dating boundaries with co-parents, assumptions about black single moms on dating apps, and vetting potential stepparents. Learn more at www.ExesandBabies.com.
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LGBTQ Parents Co-parenting Post Adoption - Ep 6
For Andrea and Morgan, ending their marriage may have been difficult, but coming together to co-parent their adopted daughter was a "silver lining". Episode topics include multiracial adoption, self-management, adoption within the LGBTQ community, forgiveness, and accepting your exes’ new partner.
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A Family Therapist Who Co-parents - Ep 5
Marcus Alexander is a family therapist who also co-parents himself. He talks to Sydney and Jeff about his divorce, trauma-bonds, and other trials he dealt with personally and what he recommends professionally for co-parents dealing with similar issues.
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From Toxic to Dream Team - Ep 4
Liz gets vulnerable and shares the interpersonal changes she made to create a peaceful co-parenting dynamic.
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1 Father Parenting with 3 Mothers - Ep 3
Not all co-parenting is created equal and Osa confirms that as he describes raising his 3 children with 3 mothers and how each experience differs.
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A Co-parented Child's Perspective - Ep 2
AshaAung tells Sydney and Jeff about her experience growing up in two very different multicultural homes as a child. AshaAung also shares tips for co-parents to alleviate stress put on kids to "keep secrets from the other co-parent."
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Meet the Co-Parent Whisperers - Ep 1
"If you're in a messed up co-parenting situation, I want this podcast to be a reset."- Jeffrey, co-host. Welcome everyone to our first episode of the Exes & Babies podcast. Co-parenting or not, you don't want to miss Sydney and Jeffrey's unfiltered yet helpful chats with other co-parents and…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Say hello to your new favorite co-parent whisperers! Co-parenting or not, you don't want to miss Sydney and Jeffrey's unfiltered, yet helpful chats with other co-parents and family professionals. Exes & Babies aims to uplift and up-level the co-parenting community by sharing real stories and resources that inspire positive relationships amongst the blended families raising our children, our future. Learn more at exesandbabies.com
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Say hello to your new favorite co-parent whisperers! Co-parenting or not, you don't want to miss Sydney and Jeffrey's unfiltered, yet helpful chats with other co-parents and family professionals. Exes & Babies aims to uplift and up-level the co-parenting community by sharing real stories and...
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