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NKP336: I’m Not Leaving My Stepkid Nothing In My Will 

 November 7, 2025

By  Lori Sims

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, where Lori and David dive deep into the unique challenges faced by blended families and stepfamilies. This episode delivers candid conversations, practical strategies, and a dose of humor as they navigate topics many families deal with but few discuss openly.

Topics:

  • Blended family estate planning and wills 
  • Elder care challenges and parent caregiving
  • Family dynamics, responsibilities, and guilt 
  • Stepfamily holidays and ex-spouse relationships 
  • Nacho parenting philosophy for stepfamilies
  • Gratitude and daily self-care habits

Why Listen? Whether you’re navigating inheritance issues in a stepfamily, caring for aging parents, or bracing for the drama of blended family holidays, this episode is packed with real-life advice and relatable stories.

Tune in for:

  • Estate planning tips for stepfamilies
  • Strategies for dealing with ex-spouses
  • Coping with guilt, boundaries, and responsibility
  • Practical “Nacho” tools

Timestamps:

  • 00:00:11 – Caregiving for aging parents
  • 00:07:34 – Wills, inheritance, and legal considerations for blended families
  • 00:14:29 – Sibling responsibility and guilt
  • 00:19:01 – Stepfamily holidays and drama
  • 00:25:09 – Practicing gratitude in daily life
  • 00:27:21 – Nacho techniques for emotional boundaries

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