In this episode, Chelsea and Jenna discuss the complexities of co-parenting during a child's illness, particularly focusing on the experience of navigating communication, grief, and support systems. They share personal stories about their relationships, the importance of therapy, and the role of community support in times of crisis. The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of blended families, emphasizing the need for open communication and emotional resilience.

In this episode, we’re keeping it simple and getting personal. We’re sharing a little about who we are, how this podcast came to be, and what brought us behind the mic. Think of this as a casual introduction — the stories, perspectives, and personalities you’ll be hearing from each week. No pressure, no heavy topics, just a chance to get to know us and start the conversation. We’re so glad you’re here.

In this episode, we’re taking you all the way back to where our co‑parenting journey really began—the uncomfortable moments, the hesitant conversations, and the slow, sometimes messy, always human steps that took us from “umm… hi?” to becoming true teammates for our kids.

We open up about the early days: the awkward energy, the uncertainty. We walk through the turning points, the small but powerful choices, and the moments of honesty and vulnerability that helped us start building trust.

We also read and respond to some of the incredible comments and questions we received this past week. From listeners who are in the thick of high‑conflict situations, to those hoping to rebuild trust, to people just dipping their toes into blended‑family life, you showed up with so much heart, and we wanted to hold space for that.

And finally, we talk about what “extending the olive branch” really looks like in real life. Not a big dramatic gesture. Not instant forgiveness. Not pretending things didn’t happen. But simple, steady steps: choosing kindness, creating boundaries, giving each other grace, and recognizing that peaceful co‑parenting isn’t just possible, it becomes powerful when everyone involved is committed to love, stability, and being a safe place for the kids at the center of it all.

If you’ve ever wondered how to go from strained to supportive, or how to start slowly when you’re ready for change, this episode is your roadmap… and your reminder that it’s okay to take it one honest conversation at a time.