Blended Fatherhood
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.
Episodes
9 episodes
Holiday Harmony in Blended Families
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 th...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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19:58
Building Trust with Stepchildren Through Apologies
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 relationsh...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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16:32
Absence of a Biological Father - Part 1
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 th...
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25:22
Stay In Your Lane
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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17:22
Quick Thoughts on Father Involvement
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 explai...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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12:51
Discipline Can Get Messy
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 biolog...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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19:39
The Other Guy
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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31:13
What Were We Thinking?
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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15:08