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Something Special Is Coming: Exclusive Launch Revealed September 24, 2025
Something Special Is Coming… Don’t Miss Out! Big news is on the horizon at Mixed and Blended Family — and I’m beyond excited to finally share it with you soon! After months of planning, dreaming, and creating, I’m getting ready to launch something very special that will support, inspire, and empower families in an entirely new way. ✨ Launch Date: September 24, 2025✨ Sneak Peek: This Monday! This isn’t just another announcement — this is a heartfelt project born from my own journey as a mother of seven, doula, and advocate for families navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum life. Whether you’re a first-time parent, a growing family, or someone passionate…
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Launching the Mixed and Blended Family Podcast
Welcome to the Mixed and Blended Family Podcast Real Talk on Motherhood, Pregnancy, and Parenting Heyy! If you’ve made it to this blog, you may already know something about me — but just in case you’re new around here, I’m Carmen. I’m a mom of 9 (yes, 9!) and currently expecting baby number 10 in late February 2026. I create content on social media, run this blog, and now… I’m launching the Mixed and Blended Family Podcast! I’m also a doula and birthkeeper — so yeah, my hands and heart are full. That might sound like a lot, and it is, but it’s also exactly why I’m starting this podcast.…
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Be a Guest Blogger or Podcast Guest
📣 Share Your Voice with the Mixed and Blended Community! Are you passionate about motherhood, family life, entrepreneurship, or real-life stories that resonate with others? I’m Carmen, a mom of 9, doula, content creator, and host of the Mixed and Blended Podcast and Blog — and I want to feature you! When I started sharing my story on TikTok, I found a beautiful, unexpected community. Strangers became friends. Friends became family. Now, I want to create space for your voice — and invite you to become a guest blogger or podcast guest to share your message with families just like yours. ✍️ Who We’re Looking For 🌟 Guest Bloggers You’re…
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Blended Family Dynamics: Essential Tips for Navigating Complex Relationships
Blended family dynamics are like learning to conduct an orchestra where every musician is playing from a different sheet of music. After fifteen years of marriage, raising seven biological children, and being a stepmother to two more, I’ve learned that successful blended families aren’t built on perfection – they’re built on patience, understanding, and a whole lot of grace. If you’re navigating your own complex family relationships, whether you’re newly blended or years into the journey, I want to share the wisdom I’ve gathered from the trenches of real-life blended family dynamics. The Reality Check: It’s More Complex Than the Movies Hollywood makes blended families look like a heartwarming montage…
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Family-Friendly Recipes for Large Families: Kitchen Chronicles from a Single Mom
Welcome to my kitchen – the heart of our chaotic, flour-dusted, always-busy home. If you’re looking for family-friendly recipes that actually work for real families with real budgets and real time constraints, you’ve come to the right place. I’m Carmen, a single mom to seven kids, and I’ve learned that feeding a large family doesn’t have to break your bank or your sanity – though it might leave flour handprints on everything you own. My Kitchen Love Story: From Necessity to Passion My relationship with cooking wasn’t love at first sight. For years, it was purely necessity – get food on the table, keep everyone fed, rinse and repeat. But…
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Single Mom Journey: Finding Yourself Again After Life Changes Everything
The single mom journey isn’t one I ever imagined I’d be on. After fifteen years of marriage and raising children as part of a partnership, I suddenly found myself navigating motherhood solo with seven kids depending on me. If you’re reading this from your own unexpected chapter of single motherhood, I want you to know that your single mom journey is valid, your feelings are normal, and most importantly – you’re stronger than you realize. When Life Rewrites Your Story My single mom journey began not with a choice, but with circumstances that changed everything I thought I knew about my life. One day I was part of a parenting…
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Our Blended Family Journey: From Marriage to Single Motherhood – Real Stories
Every family has a story, but not every family’s story follows the traditional path. Our blended family journey has been filled with love, loss, unexpected turns, and beautiful chaos that has shaped who we are today. If you’re navigating your own complex family story, I hope sharing ours helps you feel less alone. The Beginning: Building Our First Blended Family Almost twenty years ago, I entered into marriage with hopes and dreams of creating the perfect family. What I discovered was something even more beautiful – a blended family journey that would teach me more about love, resilience, and strength than I ever imagined possible. I became a stepmother learning…
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Mastering the Art of Thriving in a Modern Blended Family
Embracing the Blended Family Journey A Blended family is becoming increasingly common in today’s diverse social landscape. While the path to creating a harmonious household can be challenging, it’s also an incredible opportunity for growth, love, and understanding. Successful blended families aren’t born overnight – they’re carefully cultivated through patience, communication, and intentional relationship-building. Understanding the Unique Dynamics of Blended Families Blended families come with complex emotional landscapes. Each member brings their own history, expectations, and emotional experiences. Recognizing and respecting these individual journeys is the first step toward creating a unified family unit. Key Challenges in Blended Families Essential Techniques for Blended Family Success 1. Prioritize Open Communication Communication…
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Streamline Your Day: Simple Strategies for Simplicity and Connection
The Power of Intentional Living In our fast-paced world, complexity often creeps into our lives unnoticed. We find ourselves overwhelmed by endless tasks, disconnected from those we love, and struggling to find meaning in our daily experiences. The art of simplification isn’t about doing less—it’s about doing what matters most with clarity and purpose. Streamline Your Morning Routine Mornings set the tone for your entire day. Instead of chaotic rush and stress, create a intentional morning ritual that energizes and centers you: Strengthen Connections Through Purposeful Interactions Relationships thrive on quality, not quantity. Here are ways to simplify and deepen your connections: Declutter Your Physical and Digital Spaces A cluttered…
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Celebrating Cultural Heritage in a Diverse Family
In the tapestry of modern families, cultural heritage is a vibrant thread that weaves together generations, traditions, and personal histories. Our family’s story is a beautiful mosaic of different backgrounds, languages, and traditions that we cherish and celebrate every day. Embracing Our Roots Growing up in a multicultural household has been an incredible journey of discovery and connection. Each family member brings a unique cultural background to our shared experiences, creating a rich and dynamic home environment. We’ve learned that diversity isn’t just about acknowledging differences – it’s about embracing them with love, respect, and curiosity. The Power of Storytelling One of our most cherished traditions is our monthly family…
