Stepmum Space
🎧 Stepmum Space: The Podcast for Stepmum Support & Stepfamily Help
Honest conversations for stepmums who most definitely did NOT know what they were getting into!
Hosted by Katie South, Stepmum Space is the stepfamily podcast that offers real, candid and compassionate support for anyone navigating life as a stepmum.
Whether you're searching for stepmum help, stepmum support, or simply a place where your experience is understood—this podcast is here to hold space for you.
When Katie fell in love with a dad of two nearly a decade ago, she had no idea what lay ahead. The journey has been full of incredible highs and painful lows—and like many stepmums, she faced it with very little support and a whole lot of stigma. Now, she’s on a mission to break the silence around stepmotherhood and normalize the complex emotions that come with it.
Each episode features raw, brave conversations with guests who share their lived experiences in blended families. Expect validation, practical insights, and a community that gets it.
🔗 Learn more at www.stepmumspace.com 📱 Follow @stepmumspace on Instagram 📧 Contact Katie at katie@stepmumspace.com
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Stepmum Space
S6, Ep 3: "My in laws were toxic and I didn't want my life to be like this"
Helena’s story looked like it was going to be one of the rare smooth ones. She and her partner were aligned. His ex was respectful. The stepkids liked her. But the real challenge came from somewhere she didn’t expect—his family.
In this episode, Katie speaks with Helena about the emotional fallout of dealing with in-laws who made her feel unwelcome, undermined, and unsafe. Despite doing everything “right,” Helena found herself at the centre of conflict that began to affect her relationship, her wellbeing, and her sense of belonging. Eventually, she made the difficult decision to cut contact.
Together, Katie and Helena explore:
- What it feels like when the in-laws become the source of stress
- The emotional toll of being excluded and criticised by your partner’s family
- Why being liked by the stepkids isn’t always enough to feel secure
- How to protect your peace when others won’t respect your boundaries
- The power of choosing yourself—even when it means walking away
This episode is for any stepmum who’s struggling with external pressure, family politics, or feeling like she’s constantly defending her place. Helena’s story is a reminder that you’re allowed to set limits—and that peace is worth protecting.
Keywords: struggling stepmum, stepmum support, toxic in-laws, stepfamily boundaries, stepmum podcast, stepmum mental health, excluded stepmum, stepmum and extended family conflict, emotional support for stepmums, stepmum wellbeing, stepmum validation
🔗 Need support?
- Book a free intro coaching call: stepmumspace.com/booking
- Learn more about Katie’s work: stepmumspace.com
🎧 Listen now—and share with a stepmum who needs to hear that protecting your peace is not selfish—it’s survival.
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