Behind the Blend: Playbook for Stepmoms Facing a High-Conflict Bio Mom- w/Naja Hall

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Naja Hall, Master Stepfamily Coach, founder of Blended and Black and VIP Stepmom; and host of I Know I’m CRAZY podcast, to unpack the realities of being a stepmom when the biological mom thrives on conflict. Naja gets candid about her own experience—marrying a man whose ex made co-parenting anything but smooth—and how that shaped her path as a coach and community builder for stepmoms.

Together, Jamie and Naja talk about the emotional weight of high-conflict dynamics, the importance of boundaries, and the resilience it takes to hold your peace when someone is committed to chaos. They highlight the unique pressures stepmoms face and why finding community and strategies is so critical for surviving—and thriving—in a blended family.

Perfect For:
Stepmoms (and their partners) who feel like they’re constantly battling negativity from the other household, and anyone seeking encouragement and practical wisdom for navigating high-conflict co-parenting dynamics.

About my guest: Naja Hall is an entrepreneur, creative, and subject matter expert. As a Certified Coach and Educator, and the brains behind popular communities VIPStepmom and Blended and Black, Naja understands that family is the most influential force in human development. She dedicates her work to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s toughest transitions. Naja also hosts the popular podcast I Know I’m Crazy with Naja Hall and is the author of the Amazon best-selling Girl, Bye! book series. Through storytelling and meaningful human connections, her mission is to promote empathy, accountability, and emotional intelligence. Never one to color between the lines, Naja has recently launched Naja Hall Beauty, a makeup and skincare brand that centers on empowering individuals to create their beauty mantras and to feel free to redefine whenever they want.

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