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The Trade Up Stepmom

The Trade Up Stepmom

By The Trade Up Stepmom

Welcome to the Podcast! Here we talk about all things stepparenting, blended family, divorce, remarriage and being a f*cking bad *ss!

Listen and subscribe to The Trade Up Stepmom podcast!

If you have a question you’d like to ask or a topic you’d like to hear about, please email me at thetradeupstepmom@gmail.com. You can also find me on Instagram as TheTradeUp_StepmomPodcast, Facebook as The Trade Up Stepmom and YouTube as TheTradeUp_StepmomPodcast.
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We Traded Up!

The Trade Up StepmomNov 14, 2022

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So your (step)daughter got her period.

So your (step)daughter got her period.

Walking you through your daughter getting her period and tips and tricks. This is what worked for us. Single dads with daughters--this is a must hear episode!

Mar 02, 202418:50
The Golden Uterus and Male Equivalent, Part 2

The Golden Uterus and Male Equivalent, Part 2

Sorry to break this up into two pieces but it's the only way to get it on here!

Stepmom's know about the golden uterus. Just because you carried this child doesn't mean you are the end all be all. Here we talk about it and the male equivalent.

Follow us on YouTube @TheTradeUpStepmom

Feb 20, 202412:11
The Golden Uterus and Male Equivalent, Part 1

The Golden Uterus and Male Equivalent, Part 1

Sorry to break this up into two pieces but it's the only way to get it on here!

Stepmom's know about the golden uterus. Just because you carried this child doesn't mean you are the end all be all. Here we talk about it and the male equivalent.

Follow us on YouTube @TheTradeUpStepmom

Feb 20, 202411:42
Sorry. Can't. Soccer. Bye.

Sorry. Can't. Soccer. Bye.

Sports.. ugh. It's not our first episode about sports but definitely different because now we're in club soccer and yours truly signed up to be team manager.

Dec 12, 202326:05
How We Do Holidays

How We Do Holidays

Holidays in a blended family can be complicated. It's no different with us. Here's our take on the holidays!

Dec 05, 202332:58
We're back!

We're back!

We've been busy to say the least! Here's an update and what you can expect in the future!

Nov 27, 202322:27
What to do when the ex hates you!

What to do when the ex hates you!

Circling back to one of my most listened to episodes—what to do when the ex hates you!
Jun 13, 202356:53
Teenagers and a covid ours baby, meet Jessica.

Teenagers and a covid ours baby, meet Jessica.

In this episode Jessica talks about her teenagers, both step and bio. She shares about a miscarriage followed by a covid rainbow baby.
Jun 02, 202354:18
We love the Barger’s!

We love the Barger’s!

Cassie and JJ share their step family dynamic with us and how adoption has played a part in their story. You can find them on Instagram @lovethebargers
May 26, 202301:12:01
Double Standards

Double Standards

Danielle tells stories of double standards in her step mom life and so much more.
May 19, 202353:48
The Family Core

The Family Core

Ginger tells us all about The Family Core app and how it keeps her organized in her busy, blended family.

You can find the app at https://www.thefamilycore.com/ where they're offering a FREE 7 day trial that can be cancelled at any time. It's offered to you at the low price of $3.99/month for up to 10 people including yourself.

The Family Core is also on instragram @thefamilycore.

May 12, 202301:09:00
Alienation Impact with Millie
May 07, 202350:39
Bonding with step kids-mini episode

Bonding with step kids-mini episode

When TJ says “hit record”.
Apr 09, 202312:55
We’re not ballers

We’re not ballers

A quick catch up and then a little bit about helping the ex’s.
Mar 13, 202354:14
Adoption and Military Life

Adoption and Military Life

Our thoughts on adoption, having an “ours” baby and military life and how it affects a blended family.
Jan 04, 202301:15:26
Elliott - Our “adopted” adult child.

Elliott - Our “adopted” adult child.

Jaden brought Elliott home this past summer. We decided we were going to unofficially adopt him and make him our own, even though he’s an adult. Elliott comes from a blended family and brings a lot of insight in this episode.
Dec 18, 202201:00:36
We Traded Up!

We Traded Up!

Updates on why we rebranded and how one simple Halloween can be an issue in blended families.
Nov 14, 202247:30
Bonus Episode: We're now The Trade Up Stepmom Podcast

Bonus Episode: We're now The Trade Up Stepmom Podcast

We're now The Trade Up Stepmom Podcast!!!  New episode coming soon!

Thank you to all the loyal listeners out there.  I couldn't do this without you!!!

Nov 13, 202200:36
The three exes, respect and a Matthew update.

The three exes, respect and a Matthew update.

Random conversation turned podcast episode on our ONE kid free night this month. It’s hard to record this shit when kids can hear.
Oct 17, 202252:03
This is all next level shit, leveling up.

This is all next level shit, leveling up.

Catching up, the latest and greatest!
Sep 18, 202201:10:14
Passive Aggressive TOLD YOU SO!

Passive Aggressive TOLD YOU SO!

The last week, kid shit and which ex do we dislike most this week!
Jul 05, 202249:37
BONUS episode: Soooo uhhhhh…. Dang it!

BONUS episode: Soooo uhhhhh…. Dang it!

Can you hear us over the fireworks? Happy 4th of July!
Jul 05, 202205:59
You’re hot and I’m right!

You’re hot and I’m right!

Chores and what we value in each other as parents.
Jun 27, 202201:21:47
The Matthew Episode. He came home…

The Matthew Episode. He came home…

He didn’t come back, he came home.
Jun 21, 202201:13:43
Stepping Into a New Role with Shawn Simon
Jun 14, 202257:40
Have you ever seen spaceballs? Its like that. Lord Farquad…?

Have you ever seen spaceballs? Its like that. Lord Farquad…?

The title says it all!
Jun 07, 202248:30
The Pefftolds might be Amish

The Pefftolds might be Amish

The things we do that go unseen. Askholes. You get the point!
May 31, 202252:27
Ok, I’m a planner!

Ok, I’m a planner!

To change your last name or not? Over thinking or just planning?
May 24, 202201:00:01
I broke the rules for you… I was a slut for you!

I broke the rules for you… I was a slut for you!

What we’d change and what we wouldn’t, knowing what we know now.
May 17, 202251:15
2 out of 6

2 out of 6

Mother’s Day and child support…
May 10, 202201:41:14
Fucking sports again…

Fucking sports again…

How can ONE softball game turn into an entire podcast episode?! Listen to find out!
Apr 29, 202247:15
I would’ve beat the brakes off you…

I would’ve beat the brakes off you…

Where we started to where we’re at, and everything in between.
Apr 22, 202201:31:01
See You Next Tuesday!

See You Next Tuesday!

Why our marriage works… and some other shit. #thatswhatamanweighs #gregg
Apr 13, 202201:07:14
Who would you pick for me if I died tomorrow?

Who would you pick for me if I died tomorrow?

Shits about to go down…
Mar 29, 202254:15
TJ says title this “gerbil with a wooden eye”

TJ says title this “gerbil with a wooden eye”

We didn’t know what to title this episode as so… here you go!
Mar 23, 202201:09:49
Bitch fest with a cameo from Jaden

Bitch fest with a cameo from Jaden

#welovesummer #peaceout
Mar 15, 202201:10:48
New Year, Who Dis?
Jan 03, 202201:10:14
Merry Christmas!!!

Merry Christmas!!!

Our month in review... boy was it a busy one!  Updates on each of the kids and how we did Christmas this year.

Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook: Jenna Garcia

Email: wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Dec 26, 202153:31
Just the tip...

Just the tip...

Just the tip... would've saved a lot of hassle.

wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook: Jenna Garcia

Nov 22, 202157:27
Where’s Jenna?

Where’s Jenna?

Take a trip down memory lane with us. The good… the bad… the ex.
Nov 09, 202101:07:27
Would you rather?

Would you rather?

Email: wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook: Jenna Garcia

**Remember, you must mention you're a podcast listener to be accepted.

Oct 06, 202101:15:44
Uhhh, we suck! Sorry!

Uhhh, we suck! Sorry!

TJ says "blame the other parents"... so here we are catching up after a couple of BUSY months.  I'll try to be more consistent, believe it or not, it's easier during the school year.  Thank you for listening... It means the world to me.


Email: wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook: Jenna Garcia

**Remember, you must tell me you're a podcast listener to be accepted.

Sep 29, 202157:19
Ours baby?... NO!

Ours baby?... NO!

Ours babies and why we decided to NOT have one!

Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook:  Jenna Garcia

Email:  wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Aug 09, 202158:29
Ronda is a whore for high school kids!

Ronda is a whore for high school kids!

Ronda, Ronda the little red Honda!  This episode we discuss parental alienation, as well as step vs bio kids and how they're progressing in their lives.

Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook: Jenna Garcia

Email: wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Aug 01, 202101:00:26
Body Positivity

Body Positivity

When bio mom tells your BEAUTIFUL step daughter she "needs to work on her double chin"... First get flaming pissed, then podcast about it!

Instagram:  @wickedstepmom.6

Facebook: Jenna Garcia

Email:  wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Jul 28, 202130:33
Best Summer Ever!

Best Summer Ever!

Playing hookey (for the first time ever) to spend the day with my husband's first wife... yeah... that happened!

Instagram:  wickedstepmom.6

Facebook:  Jenna Garcia

Email: wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Jul 06, 202101:16:34
The only winning move is not to play

The only winning move is not to play

What to do when your stepkid shows up in clothes that are too big or too small.  Events... who gets first dibs on attending?  This episode we cover it all.  Answering questions with how we do it and what we'd do if we were in a different situation.


Instagram:  wickedstepmom.6

Facebook:  Jenna Garcia

Email: wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

Jun 05, 202101:00:31
Fuck! Do I need to make you a list?

Fuck! Do I need to make you a list?

Stay at home momming, working, house shit and money.  How we each provide for our family from both our points of view and the insecurities I struggle with not "providing" financially.

Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook:  Jenna Garcia

Email:  wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

May 19, 202154:07
Ghosts

Ghosts

Do you live in the house your spouse shared with the ex?  Listen here on how we got rid of those damn ghosts!


Instagram: wickedstepmom.6

Facebook:  Jenna Garcia

Email: wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

May 12, 202153:14
Tough Conversations

Tough Conversations

We recently had a tough conversation with one of our teenagers.  She learned a lot of hard truths, but felt so much better after.

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Facebook as Jenna Garcia

Or email me at wickedstepmom.6@gmail.com

May 04, 202157:07