Blended Fatherhood

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Being a father in a blended family comes with many unique circumstances and challenges. Most of which are rarely discussed or non-obvious. Every week our host, James, will explore many of these circumstances from the typical father perspective. If you want to learn more about being a father, hear some funny and relatable stories, or just need some guidance as you navigate blended fatherhood come take a listen.

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Holiday Harmony in Blended Families

Dec 08 2023 19 mins

Strap in for a journey as we unravel the complexities of celebrating the holidays in a blended family. I'm your host, James Ferris, with a passion for the festive period and an understanding of the challenges that come with it. We'll explore the importance of planning, communication, flexibility, and understanding, especially when it comes to stepchildren spending time with their o

Building Trust with Stepchildren Through Apologies

Dec 01 2023 16 mins

Ever found yourself tangled in the complexity of step parenting with a feeling of being lost? Struggling with frustrations that often result in misunderstandings with your loved ones? Let's embark on a journey of self-improvement and relationship building together. I'm your host, James Ferris, and this time we're addressing the elephant in the room - owning up to our missteps and t

Absence of a Biological Father - Part 1

Jun 14 2023 25 mins

As a stepfather to two children with absent biological dads, I know firsthand the emotional complexities that come with blended families. Can you ever truly fill the void left by an absent parent? Join me in a raw, heartfelt discussion about the challenges and heartbreak we face as stepfathers, and gain some insight into helping your stepchild cope with loss and disappointment.We d

Stay In Your Lane

May 24 2023 17 mins

In this episode of Blended Fatherhood, host James Ferris talks about the ambiguous nature of the role of a stepparent. He explains that the title of father or mother can feel hollow or even lead to feelings of impostor syndrome. He acknowledges that the situation can be different if both spouses have stepchildren, as it can lead to a connection and shared understanding. However, he

Quick Thoughts on Father Involvement

May 10 2023 12 mins

In this episode of Blended Fatherhood, host James Ferriss discusses the importance of father involvement in the lives of children. He acknowledges that this is an important topic and will be delved into more deeply in future episodes. He explains that children who feel close to their fathers are more likely to have successful outcomes such as entering college or having stable emplo

Discipline Can Get Messy

May 03 2023 19 mins

In this episode of Blended Father, host James Ferris talks about the complexities of discipline in a blended family. He explains why discipline can be difficult, due to the different relationships between step-parents, step-children, and biological children. He emphasizes the need to have conversations with future spouses about discipline and to be aware of the different relationsh

The Other Guy

Apr 26 2023 31 mins

In this episode of Blended Fatherhood, host James Ferris discusses the challenges that blended fathers face regarding their relationship with the other father of their children. He begins by discussing the insecurity and jealousy that can arise from the presence of the other father, as well as the thankless job of being a step-parent in such a situation. To conclude, he talks about

What Were We Thinking?

Apr 19 2023 15 mins

James Ferris, host of Blended Fatherhood, is talking about what it's like to get into a blended family. He shares his own story of meeting his wife at a singles group, where he knew ahead of time that she had kids, but he hadn't met them until they started officially dating. This episode is all about the things to consider when getting into a blended family. 0:00:23 Intro 0:03:50 T

Blended Fatherhood

Apr 18 2023 2 mins

Being a father in a blended family comes with many unique circumstances and challenges. Most of which are rarely discussed or non-obvious. Every week our host, James, will explore many of these circumstances from the typical father perspective. If you want to learn more about being a father, hear some funny and relatable stories, or just need some guidance as you navigate blended f