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Dealing With a Partner That Cannot Set Boundaries
Limits are essential for all interactions, even if they’re not romantic. Relationship boundaries define the unwanted behaviors […]
Can battling infertility cause post traumatic stress disorder?
by Nika Ward Did you know that June is World Infertility Month? If you’re a woman that […]
Coronavirus & CoParenting
Corona and Coparenting I’ve received many questions from single parents, coparents, and stepparents during this historic pandemic […]
The Beginning Stages of Stepmom Grief
My name is Jennifer with Blended Family Hell on Earth. I’ve been a bio mom for 28 […]
Hey Stepmom, do you need help RIGHT NOW>
I know how you feel I’m well aware that women that chose to pursue relationships with men […]
50/50 Parenting Report Card is here! My State got an F!
Founder, VIPStepmom, Naja Hall attended the press conference for the National Parents Organization. NPO presented their […]
ASK NAJA: I resent Biomom because all the pain she caused my man
Q: Last night my fiance revealed some things to me that I was not aware of. Prior […]
Ask Naja: Should my Husband and I tell his Ex we’re expecting
My husband and I have joint custody of a loving 3-year-old. His mother and I are on […]
LIVE COACHING SESSION: What happens when Mom calls too much?
My clients Denver and Ayshia are a Mom+Stepmom combo that are experiencing a common dilemma. It’s common […]
The Disengaged Stepmom: 4 Ways to Step BACK from the pain & hurt of Step parenting
dis·en·gage (dsn-gj) v. dis·en·gaged, dis·en·gag·ing, dis·en·gag·es 1. To release from something that holds fast, connects, or entangles. 2. To release (oneself) from an […]
VIPStepmom PODCAST: Would You Still Say YES?
I’m in VIPStepmom launch celebration mode so I’m sharing a taste of just ONE of the exclusive […]
Happy Stepmother’s Day (Yes, it’s a REAL thing!
In 2000, 9-year old Lizzie Capuzzi decided that she wanted to celebrate her stepmother, Joyce and felt […]
My 10 Year Stepdaughter is Ruining My Marriage
My Client has watched helplessly as her 10-year old custodial stepdaughter has transformed from loving to tough-to-love […]
What if Nipsey Hussle was killed because he hurt someone’s feelings?
The recent shooting death of rapper Nipsey Hussle has rocked music lovers everywhere. The conspiracy theorists are […]
Naja Hall’s new podcast, ‘I Know I’m CRAZY’ is making waves
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE From the B&B Team We are so excited to announce the arrival of Naja […]
Tax Season For Blended Families: Do I File With My Spouse If They Owe?
Married Filing Separately If you are married, you and your spouse can choose whether to file separate […]
When a Man Has To Grieve Living Children – Parental Alienation Exposed
Submitted by a member of the Blended and Black community Have you ever found yourself saying, “I […]
How to Cope With Feeling Worthless After Infidelity
When I coach women that have experienced infidelity, there are many variables to each individual circumstance; however, […]
Ep 4: Off The Clock-Arizona Reps SAVAGE Siblings Endorse Opponent
Watch on our new series Off The Clock 3 ways: Youtube Playlist Facebook IGTV (from your phone)
Ep 3: Off The Clock- Webbie Catches His Teen Son With His Pants Down!
Rapper and father, Webbie had a rough night with his teenage sons. He decided to take his […]
10 Types of Toxic Dads and How To Survive Them
Father’s are supposed to protect their little ones from all the scary, physical and emotional dangers of […]
How To Ease Long Distance Co-Parenting Conflict
Blended and Black’s, Naja Hall sat down with Skyra Thomas, founder of Flip the Zip, a community […]
How My Parents’ Divorce Prepared Me for Mine
I said I would never divorce. I am the child of divorced parents, and I had no […]
EXCLUSIVE: The Single Mom Behind the ‘Homeless to Harvard’ Teen Phenom
By now, we’ve all heard about Richard “Tre” Jenkins, the teen that went from homeless to Harvard. […]
#AskDad: Daughter Loves Stepmom But Hates Her Mom
Dear Ask Dad, As a man I have never written in to one of these columns, but […]
A Lovenote To The Childless Stepmom
A childless stepmom may feel Isolated. Humiliated. Underestimated. These are probably the most common sentiments of stepmothers […]
PODCAST: How Naja Hall became the ‘Queen of Conflict Resolution’
I have not spent much time contributing to the B&B podcast, but I have been lucky enough […]
#AskDad: My Ex Always Criticizes What I Feed Our Kid!
Dear Ask Dad, my ex-husband is a nutritionist; he is a holistic nutritionist at that. He insists […]
Lettuce Pray! By Popular Demand: Prayer Call
Join the call: Thursday August 9th 8:00-8:30p Eastern Call in number: (712) 770-4010 Access Code: 605465# I’ve not appealed […]
Study a Person’s Ingredients Before You Feed Them to Your Soul
Yesterday, I sat down with Dr. Jenelle Kariotis of Big Change of Heart, a platform that focuses […]
#AskDad: Spoiled Stepdaughter Spoiling My Marriage
Dear AskDad, I’m at odds. My step-daughter has no manners and her father won’t discipline her at […]
#AskDad: Should I Break Off My Engagement?
Dear AskDad, I’m a single mom and I’ve been dating this man for 3 years. The entire […]
When Your Husband’s Ex-Wife Has Borderline Personality Disorder
THE GOOD WIFE Who’s helping You, when his Ex is a Borderline? Whether it’s your husband or […]
#AskDad: Our ‘Crazy’ is Driving Me Insane and Ruining My Marriage!
My husband has a HCBM (high conflict biomom) that is out of control. She continues to call […]
85 Kid Friendly TV Shows and Movies for Summer ’18
My bonus babies and I have been enjoying quite an active summer! We’ve been venturing around New […]
Co-Parenting: Let’s Talk About Summer Vacation
Either the kids are going or coming for the summer and shifting households can be a stressful […]
How to Solve the Three Most Common Conflicts in Blended Families
Being in a blended family presents a totally different set of challenges than a traditional family. Aside […]
5 Ways To Rekindle Intimacy In Your Relationship
Long-term relationships have a tendency to get dull in the intimacy department. When the monotony of life […]
The BioMonster: 3 Ways YOU Created Your High Conflict BioMom
A warning for Stepmoms (and biomoms). Yes Stepmoms, you read that right. The BioMonster (high conflict bio […]
From Single Dude to Single Dad. A #QuickChat with Will Carr
I recently had a chance to sit down with Will Carr, a Single Dad and entrepreneur. In […]
Blended and Black TV is HERE! Episode 1: Spilling Tea
For the 1st episode of B&B TV, I’ve partnered with CelebrityXO to bring you a Pop Culture edition […]
What is the Golden Uterus Complex and Are YOU a victim?
Most mothers reflect fondly upon the day their children were born as one that tested her strength, […]
Former Playboy Model Commits Murder/Suicide with 7-year-old Son Amidst Messy Custody Battle
Former Playboy model commits murder/suicide with 7- year son with amidst messy custody battle. Thursday evening May […]
Why I Am Raising Tech-Free Kids
Kids love everything shiny and new… or wait. Is that adults? Either way, kids do not have […]
Our 1st Group Therapy session was actually good!
Last night’s facebook live Group Therapy episode was actually pretty good for our 1st run. There were […]
Beating the Bitter Ex at Her Own Game
There is an inherent toxicity that occurs in the Stepmother/Biological mother dynamic. Just like cats and dogs […]
PRESS RELEASE: Naja Hall Talks High Conflict Co-Parenting and Her Qwn “Girl,Bye!” Moments
Blended and Black founder, Naja Hall spoke with AskSharifah on Sharifah Hardie’s long-running LA talk radio show. The […]
The Advantage of Dating a Daddy: A Look into Modern Fatherhood and How it Affects Mothers
I remember being 22 and pregnant with my first daughter. The bold question from my uncle, “Are […]
A Personal Story: How My Parents Divorce Wrecked My Childhood
By Blended and Black member Stephanie Martinez From the time I was a little girl until I […]
Khloe Kardashian is Preggo BUT…..
There has been much speculation about the youngest Kardashian sister’s, 33, growing belly lately. Some call her […]
I Wrote a Book & I’m Having a Party. You’re INVITED!!!
*Update The Mixer was a total success! Check out the fun trailer from the evening and a […]
THINK PIECE: A Love Note for the Hater in Your Life
At some point in life, you are going to experience unrequited hatred. It can come from an […]
6 Ways to Spot a Narcissistic Mother
In our community, I notice that a lot of us are overly emotional but we lack […]
Child Spankings: You See Abuse, I See Discipline! It’s All About Perspective!
Child discipline is a big topic in the Blended and Black facebook group. Last week, the following video […]
Jesse Williams to Pay Estranged Wife $160K in Support
Let’s go to the Bank Jesse Williams is opening his wallet wide for his estranged wife, to the […]
Announcement! I’m a Family Life Coach!
I couldn’t hold this in any longer! After 1000s of required hours, months of rigorous study and […]
SPOTLIGHT: Single Dad teaches other Dads to do their daughters’ natural hair
The most frightening words a Father can hear from his daughter are, “Daddy, can you do my […]
Stepmom Support: Please Don’t Tell Me I CHOSE THIS LIFE
Like most women that are falling in love, I was hopeful and anxious when my Future Husband […]
Use These Apps to Communicate With Your Co-Parent
BEST APPS FOR CO-PARENTING When it comes to divorce, technology often gets a bad rap. Many people […]
Sis, Are you pushing your child’s father away?
Sis, May I have a word with you for a second? There are far too many good […]
Newlywed Murders Husband For Insurance Money. Finds Out Ex-Wife is Still Listed as Beneficiary
Mrs. Uloma Curry-Walker has been found guilty of aggravated murder, conspiracy, felonious assault and other charges in […]
Why Having Expectations of Your Co-Parent May Leave You Disappointed
Hypothetically speaking, if your co-parent approached you and gave you their most honest reason explaining why they […]