Welcome to Mixed & Blended Family

Life doesn’t always go according to plan – and that’s where the real story begins.

Hey there, beautiful soul. I’m Carmen, and if you’ve found your way here, chances are your family story doesn’t fit the traditional mold either. Maybe you’re a single parent wondering how others do it. Maybe you’re navigating the complex world of blended families. Or maybe you’re just looking for real, honest conversations about what family actually looks like in all its messy, imperfect glory.

You’re in the right place.

The Challenges We Faced

This is where real families come to feel seen.

I’m a mom to seven children, was a stepmom to two more, and I’ve been walking this parenting path for over two decades. I’ve experienced the joy of new life, the heartbreak of loss, the challenges of blending families, and now the adventure of single parenting. For 16+ years, I supported other families as a doula, and now I’m here supporting you through the stories we share.

This isn’t a place for perfect Pinterest moments or filtered family photos. This is where we talk about the real stuff – the 6 AM chaos, the dinner battles, the moments when you lock yourself in the bathroom just to breathe, and yes, the incredible joy that comes from watching your family grow and thrive despite (or maybe because of) all the plot twists.

What You’ll Find Here

What You’ll Find Here

Mom Chronicles – The daily realities, the victories, the struggles, and the strength you never knew you had until you needed it.

Blended Family Wisdom – Real talk about stepparenting, navigating multiple households, and creating harmony when families merge.

Kitchen Adventures – Recipes that actually work for busy families, baking therapy sessions, and how to feed everyone without losing your mind (or your budget).

Honest Motherhood – The conversations we need to have about pregnancy loss, postpartum reality, and the parts of parenting no one warns you about.

Building Community – Because raising kids takes a village, and sometimes that village is found online at 2 AM when you’re wondering if you’re the only one struggling.

You’re Not Alone in This

Whether you’re juggling multiple kids as a single parent, trying to blend two families into one, dealing with loss, or simply trying to figure out how to keep everyone fed and loved, I see you. Your story matters. Your struggles are valid. Your victories deserve celebration.

I believe that families come in all shapes and sizes, and they’re all beautiful. I believe in the power of shared stories to heal and connect us. And I believe that sometimes the most broken-looking things create the most beautiful mosaics.

Start Here

New to the blog? Check out Our Family Story to understand how we got here, or dive into Single Mom Life for the real, unfiltered truth about doing this solo.

Looking for practical help? Head to Kitchen Chronicles for family-friendly recipes, or Blended Family Wisdom for tips on navigating complex family dynamics.

Need community? Join our Mom Community where real parents share real stories without judgment.

Just want to feel understood? Start with Real Mom Moments – it’s where I share the stuff that happens between the highlight reels.

Let’s Do This Together

Parenting isn’t a competition, and families aren’t one-size-fits-all. Here, we celebrate the beautiful mess of real life, support each other through the hard days, and remember that love multiplies in the most unexpected ways.

Grab a cup of coffee (or wine, no judgment), get comfortable, and let’s navigate this beautiful chaos together.

Welcome to the family.

Love,
Carmen

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