The Stepmom Side Podcast

If you’re a Type A, high-achieving woman who suddenly felt like she lost her footing after becoming a stepmom — this episode is for you.
In this episode of The Stepmom Side Podcast, Alicia speaks directly to driven, control-loving, people-pleasing women who were thriving before blended family life… and now feel anxious, resentful, burned out, or completely out of control.
Alicia breaks down the common pitfalls Type A stepmoms don’t see coming, including over-functioning, people-pleasing, perfectionism, and emotional burnout. She also explains what’s actually happening beneath the surface — and how to start letting go of control without losing confidence or identity.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why Type A and perfectionist women struggle more as stepmoms
How over-functioning leads to resentment in blended families
Why people-pleasing makes stepmoms feel invisible in their own homes
How control becomes a false sense of safety....and more!
This episode is a must-listen for stepmoms who are exhausted from managing everyone else’s emotions and ready to stop trying to “fix” blended family life.
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When your stepkid says, “I miss my mom”  especially right after a consequence,  it hits different. It’s not just the words; it’s the sting behind them. The comparison. The reminder that no matter how much you love and show up, you’re still not her.
In this episode, Alicia dives into how to handle it when your stepchild brings up their mom whether it’s “I miss her,” “She does it better,” or “Mom lets me.” You’ll hear real stories (including one straight from The Stepmom Side Community), emotional insight, and a few hard truths about what’s really happening when those words come out.
Alicia breaks down:
Why kids say things like “I miss my mom” and what they actually mean
How to stay calm and respond in a way that keeps your power
What not to do when it feels like manipulation
Simple, validating phrases that defuse the tension
Why leaning into the moment helps it lose power over time
If you’ve ever felt like you’re being compared, rejected, or just plain over it, this one’s for you. You’ll walk away with confidence, clarity, and maybe a little less sting next time those words come up.
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When your in-laws are still close with your partner’s ex, it can feel like emotional whiplash. You’re trying to build a future while they’re still tethered to the past—and it leaves you wondering where (or if) you fit in. In this extended episode, Alicia gets real about her own experience of feeling like the outsider in her husband’s family and shares how she moved from frustration to clarity.
You’ll learn how to navigate this tricky dynamic without shutting people out, setting healthy boundaries around what you will (and won’t) discuss, and how to confidently define your own place in the family—even if it feels like the ex is still holding space.
This episode is part validation, part strategy, and 100% support for the stepmom who's tired of feeling like the backup option.
What You’ll Hear:
Why it hurts when in-laws stay close to the ex
Alicia’s personal story of feeling like the outsider
Boundary-setting phrases you can use with in-laws
How to talk to your partner about what you’re feeling
Reframing your role without needing permission to belong
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Kids are emotional chameleons — sweet one minute, sassy the next, and then asking for help like nothing ever happened. For stepmoms (especially those without kids of their own), those mood swings can feel deeply personal.
In this episode, Alicia gets real about how confusing and hurtful kids’ quick emotional flips can be — and why they usually have nothing to do with you. She shares a personal story about her daughter going from furious to friendly in record time and what it taught her about emotional regulation, perspective, and saving yourself from unnecessary heartache.
Alicia breaks down:
Why kids’ moods can change on a dime (and the unseen variables behind it)
How to stop taking every “off” behavior personally
What emotional regulation actually looks like for kids (spoiler: it doesn’t)
The right (and wrong) way to address disrespect or attitude
How to keep your peace when kids forget they were just mad at you
If you’ve ever spiraled after a stepkid’s attitude shift or found yourself holding on to something long after they’ve moved on, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone — and it’s not personal.
Join other stepmoms learning how to take things less personally (and laugh about it along the way) inside The Stepmom Side Community
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For 1:1 coaching, visit aliciakrasko.com/coaching
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Are you tired of repeating yourself and feeling like your partner just doesn’t hear you? Whether it’s dad guilt, lack of boundaries with the kids, inconsistency in parenting, or not feeling prioritized in your relationship — this episode is here to validate and support you.
In this episode, Alicia breaks down why communication feels so hard in blended families, why your partner may not respond the way you hope, and how being "too close" to the situation can make you the least effective person to bring up these issues.
You’ll learn:
Why it’s normal for your partner to shut down (and why it’s not about you)
What really causes that defensive reaction when you try to talk about the hard stuff
How to shift the conversation without walking on eggshells
Why outside support (like couples coaching with Alicia) can be a game-changer
If you're exhausted from having the same conversations that go nowhere, this episode will give you clarity, relief, and a path forward.
Interested in Couples Coaching? Apply here!
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Want a specific topic covered? Let me know here.
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Want to learn more about The Stepmom Side community? Here's where you get all the info. Looking forward to connecting with you on the inside.
All things Alicia visit www.aliciakrasko.com
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