Mom & Mind Podcast | Postpartum | Birth | Pregnancy | Maternal Mental Health |

We have covered many aspects of the transition into parenthood, but the perspective shifts with many complexities when you are a stepmom. That’s our focus in today’s show, and our guest helps us take an honest and real look at this adjustment. Join us! Jasmine Yow is a stepmom who supports childless stepmoms navigating the transition into biological motherhood. She helps them unravel their complex feelings and develop their capacity to create a more cohesive family culture amid the complexities of blended life.  Show Highlights: Jasmine’s journey as a stepmom over the past 10 years as she navigated her two pregnancies to build her family Navigating blended family issues with her stepson (anger and aggression) while her two biological children were young Jasmine’s discovery of resources, skills, and support for this journey Understanding the “insider/outsider” dynamic between stepmom and stepchild Resentment and insecurities can creep into the family dynamic. It’s risky to