Cultivating Hope for Blended Families — Together.

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We help couples in step-families move from
a place of confusion and conflict to a life of confidence and connection.

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Blended Family Breakthrough was created to offer you simple, practical tools that will build confidence and help you create the connection you're hoping for.

Our blended family experience and professional training as coaches uniquely combine to bring you real-life solutions.  You can get started today simply by checking out our blog and podcast.  There are hundreds of articles and episodes for you to explore right away.

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Resources like our podcast help with practical tools for today.  However, many couples need support with implementation. If that’s you, why not schedule a free call with us?

Blending Breakthrough Stories

  • "We learned so many valuable tools and gained incredible insight...we are grateful to have found them."

    Daniel & Nina

  • "Mike & Kim’s coaching gave us the tools we needed to break through the obstacles that stumped us for so long."

    Todd & Shannon

  • "The coaching we have received from Mike and Kim has been life-altering!"

    Jake & Whitney

  • "We had so many scary unknowns, but Mike & Kim gave us strategic and purposeful steps to align us..."

    Andy & Lindsey

  • "Mike & Kim coaching us through how to handle our conflict in healthy ways literally saved our marriage."

    Bryan & Jamie

  • "They do a great job of giving you access to the best research, coaching advice and practical skills...and deliver it with such hope and clarity!"

    Chris & Wendy

  • "With Mike & Kim's guidance and expertise, our first months as a new blended family have gone smoother than we anticipated!"

    Sean & Staci

  • "Mike & Kim both share with hope and use their own personal experiences along the way. We are blessed to have been a part of this."

    Lance & Karla

  • "Our circumstances continue to improve because Mike & Kim helped us to develop a successful plan to move forward..."

    Jeff & Maegan

  • "We were able to learn tools as well as set realistic expectations and goals for our family. We are thankful for the important work Mike & Kim do."

    Serge & Anna

  • "We've learned a ton of real and practical tools that we can take home and use with our blended family. Thanks Mike & Kim!"

    Dustin & Danelle

  • "We felt completely lost, but Mike & Kim got us on the right path...they are professional, caring, and full of wisdom!"

    Josh & Amanda

  • "From teaching us to see things from our kids' perspectives to practical ways to elevate our own relationship, their wisdom and experience has been invaluable!"

    Nate & Abbey

  • "Now we feel like we can come together and communicate more effectively - and be on the same team!"

    Dan & Renee

  • "We are more equipped in the tools to blend our family and maintain unity within our marriage."

    Bryan & Megan

  • "We were thinking about throwing in the towel, but with Mike & Kim's help we were able to get on a productive path forward."

    Jason & Brenna

  • "Mike & Kim gave us compassion, understanding, and an intentional, guided process that we could use to figure out what we wanted for our family and then tackle each thing one by one."

    Joey & Anah

  • "Mike and Kim have been a huge benefit to us as we prepare to blend. They have guided and given us many tools to help us move forward, as well as, the confidence that we can build our future together. We are so very thankful to have found them and highly recommend them!!"

    Ian & Rhonda

  • "The Blending Together community has helped us so much! Mike and Kim offer hope and guidance to all of our challenges, big and small. They are very empathetic and are great at providing pragmatic solutions tailored to fit each families situation. This community of like-minded couples has been an invaluable resource and a huge relief for us!"

    Chad & Jackie

Our Latest Podcast Episodes:

Podcast
206. Avoid These 5 Common Pitfalls to Ensure a Successful Partnership
206. Avoid These 5 Common Pitfalls to Ensure a Successful Partnership

Discover the 5 most common pitfalls that tend to hijack your partnership as a couple.

205. 4 Facets of Parenting: What Bio Parents Need to Know to Achieve Best Outcomes (Part 2)
205. 4 Facets of Parenting: What Bio Parents Need to Know to Achieve Best Outcomes (Part 2)

Navigating roles and responsibilities in a blended family can be tricky—but with the right approach, you can safeguard step relationships, lead confidently, and create a peaceful home.

204. 4 Facets of Stepparenting: Defining Appropriate Roles and Responsibilities (Part 1)
204. 4 Facets of Stepparenting: Defining Appropriate Roles and Responsibilities (Part 1)

Discover four key facets of stepparenting and how to avoid common mistakes that create disconnection and tension in blended families.

203.  How to Make Better Decisions and Solve Problems as a United Team
203.  How to Make Better Decisions and Solve Problems as a United Team

Discover how to navigate tough decisions and resolve problems without sacrificing unity as a couple.

202. How to Break Free from Painful Cycles and Enjoy Deeper Levels of Intimacy [with Ron & Nan Deal]
202. How to Break Free from Painful Cycles and Enjoy Deeper Levels of Intimacy [with Ron & Nan Deal]

Discover the transformative power of emotional regulation and mindfulness in marriage with Ron and Nan Deal.

201. Step Up Enjoyment and Safeguard Your Relationship by Taking FUN Seriously [w/Rich & Christa Clark]
201. Step Up Enjoyment and Safeguard Your Relationship by Taking FUN Seriously [w/Rich & Christa Clark]

Rich and Christa Clark share their insights on the serious business of FUN!

200. A Heart-to-Heart Conversation Exploring the Secrets to Lasting Love
200. A Heart-to-Heart Conversation Exploring the Secrets to Lasting Love

Discover the secrets to lasting love that can transform your relationship and create deeper connection, more trust, and increased satisfaction.

199. 6 Simple Ways to Help Your Kids Build Social Confidence and Connection
199. 6 Simple Ways to Help Your Kids Build Social Confidence and Connection

Discover 6 simple ways to help your kids build social wellness, skill, and confidence.

198.  How do sleep habits impact the health and wellness of your kids?  [with Jessica Bryant]
198.  How do sleep habits impact the health and wellness of your kids?  [with Jessica Bryant]

Discover some simple steps you can take to promote healthy sleep habits in your home and increase overall wellness.

197. Conquer Digital Overload: Parenting Tips for Raising Tech-Savvy Kids [with Stephen Arterburn]
197. Conquer Digital Overload: Parenting Tips for Raising Tech-Savvy Kids [with Stephen Arterburn]

Discover practical tips for creating healthy tech habits in your home.