The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast

Coach, Researcher and Parental Alienation Expert Dr. Amy Baker and I had one of the most in-depth conversations about parental alienation I have had in my 11+ years as a Stepmom.

We cover the signs of parental alienation, the shift from angry co-parent to parental alienation, the long-term effects of parental alienation, strategies for overcoming it with both teens and younger kids, how to navigate conversations with the other parent, supporting your partner if they are experiencing parental alienation, and the legal strategies available to you in order to protect your relationship with your kids or stepkids. 

For more from Dr. Amy

Website: https://www.amyjlbaker.com/about-parental-alienation

Masterclass: Stop Letting A High Conflict Ex Highjack Your Life

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Join Elevate: Group Coaching For The High Level Stepmom

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This week on The KICK-ASS Stepmom Podcast, I’m keeping it casual with a real life solo Q+A that goes beyond stepmom stuff but still speaks directly to stepmoms.

I asked you on Instagram for non-stepmom questions, and you delivered. We’re talking about marriage, parenting a tween, simplifying your style, confidence, fear, self-esteem, and the one thing I’m truly at peace with going into 2026.

This episode is for stepmoms who are doing the inner work, building confidence, and learning how to feel safe and grounded in their lives. No fixing. No advice giving. Just honest reflection on growth, relationships, and trusting yourself as you evolve.

If you’re a stepmom craving a slower, more real conversation that reminds you who you are outside the role, this one’s for you.

Masterclass: Stop Letting A High Conflict Ex Highjack Your Life

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/masterclass

Join Elevate: Group Coaching For The High Level Stepmom

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/elevate 

Subscribe to my Substack: 

https://substack.com/@jamiescrimgeour

Get My Ebook -  120 Ways To Be A KICK-ASS Stepmom

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook 

Episode Sponsors: 

Cozy Earth | www.cozyearth.com and use the code COZYJAMIE

Kajabi | www.jamiescrimgeour.com/kajabi to get all the details.

2026 has arrived, and I think it’s going to be a good one. Not just for me, but for you. 

Let 2026 be the beginning of your New Stepmom Era. This isn’t about following another stepmom tip. It’s about creating an identity shift. One that begins with setting intentions for what you truly want in your life, and then aligning your habits, mindset and perspective to bring it to fruition. 

Join me January 21st for a live masterclass - How to Minimize Conflict With A High Conflict Ex:  

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/masterclass

Join Elevate:

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/elevate 

Subscribe to my Substack: 

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Get My Ebook -  120 Ways To Be A KICK-ASS Stepmom www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook 

Episode Sponsors: 

Cozy Earth | Go to www.cozyearth.com and use the code COZYJAMIE for 20% off of your order

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There’s nothing like a chat with Mindy Kyle. She’s one of my favorite stepmom coaches in the space and she’s also my business coaching client. We get real right from the start. I share a breakdown I had right before we hit record. We get into the stepmom advice I don’t agree with. The truth about adult stepkids. And the small but powerful tweaks we made to her coaching business that helped her crush her goals.

For more from Mindy, Visit:

https://www.mindykylecoaching.com

TikTok: 

https://www.tiktok.com/@mindykyle.coaching

Subscribe to my Substack: 

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Get The Disengaging Without Disconnecting Masterclass

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/disengaging 

Get My Ebook -  120 Ways To Be A KICK-ASS Stepmom

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook 

Join Elevate

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/elevate 

Episode Sponsors: 

Cozy Earth | Go to www.cozyearth.com and use the code COZYJAMIE for 20% off of your order

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Dr. Tracy Dagleish joins me today to tackle a hot topic in the stepmom world: the mother in law. Her new book You, Your Husband, and His Mother is an absolute must read for anyone wanting to strengthen their relationship. 

We’ll talk about how to handle a mother in law who is still involved with the ex, understanding the ‘family system’ you married into, the types of mother in laws, navigating communication with your partner about his mother, and dealing with the view the mother in law has so you as ‘the new wife’. 

Grab a copy of You, Your Husband and His Mother + follow Dr. Tracy @drtracyd on Instagram

Check out the conversation Darren and I had about these types of challenges exclusively on my Substack: 

https://substack.com/@jamiescrimgeour

Get The Disengaging Without Disconnecting Masterclass

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/disengaging 

Get My Ebook -  120 Ways To Be A KICK-ASS Stepmom

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/ebook 

Join Elevate

www.jamiescrimgeour.com/elevate 

Episode Sponsors: 

Cozy Earth | Go to www.cozyearth.com and use the code COZYJAMIE for 20% off of your order

LMNT | My Go To Electrolyte Drink. Head to www.drinklmnt.com/kickassstepmom to get a free sample pack with any drink mix purchase.