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4.) But What About The Kids Who Stay?
· 1 h 07 min · S1 E4
Episode 4.) But What About The Kids Who Stay?
We talk a lot about the children who transition between two homes in a blended family, but what about the kids who stay????
In this episode, I'm joined by Amanda Gonzales and Morgan Lindahl of For the Kids Who Stay to talk about transition-day grief, "ours babies," sibling bonds, big emotions, and how blended-family dynamics can affect every child in the home.
We also talk about helping kids build resilience without dismissing what they're feeling and what parents can do to make those hard goodbyes a little easier.
Amanda, Morgan, and I will also be speakers at the upcoming Stepmom Summit (September 14 - 18, 2026), so the timing of this conversation couldn't be better. Grab your FREE TICKET!
Special offer: Purchase "How Many More Days?" and use the code LOVEDARLENE to get their "25 Transition Day Rituals" FREE! Instagram: @forthekidswho.stay
Tiktok: @forthekidswho.stay
Facebook: For the Kids Who Stay
Website: www.forthekidswhostay.com
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