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The [Bonus] Mom Chronicles
26 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsBeing a parent is hard enough as it is...but being a parent to a child you don't have any biological connection with is another journey. Follow Melissa and Shay on their adventure to becoming wives and bonus mamas! Our way to motherhood may not have been conventional as we aren't moms by blood, but by love! We want to change the way the word step-parent is perceived and how motherhood comes in all shapes and forms! Coming into a relationship that involves children isn't easy and we hope we can be a resource for YOU!
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Episodes
Handling Behavior Issues...
December 14, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBMelissa and Shay talk about behavior issues they have seen with their boys and how they handle the situation. As bonus parents sometimes we set higher expectations for ourselves and for the kids. Listen to this episode to see how Melissa and Shay handle these situations and ways they are learning as parents themselves. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Oh Baby Baby...
November 30, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBShay welcomes her new baby! Shay and Melissa talk about what life has been like since welcoming her baby girl to the world. Shay shares what the transition has been like bringing baby girl home to E and life with a newborn! Listen to hear how baby girl was born and what life has been like for Shay and her family! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Do You Experience (Bonus) Mom Guilt?
November 16, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBMelissa and Shay talk about their feelings when it comes to mom guilt...and the different types of mom guilt they face. As bonus parents we feel as though we always have to be on top of things twice as much....but don't all parents feel that way? Listen to this episode to hear how both Melissa and Shay deal with their mom guilt and ways they try to take breaks for themselves. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experie...
A Veteran Stepmom
November 02, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBMelissa and Shay talk to Gina Lopez a veteran stepmom who shares all her wisdom and advice with them. Gina is married to former baseball player Javy Lopez and shares her story of becoming not only a baseball wife but a stepmom and then bio mom herself. Listen in to hear Gina's story including some great step-parenting advice that anyone can use! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
This is Halloween...
October 26, 2021 15:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBMelissa and Shay talk about their family Halloween traditions and what it's like splitting and sharing the holiday! Listen to this episode to see how they plan on celebrating this year and how they plan to celebrate Halloween in the future! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Aloha From Hawaii
October 05, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBShay, Dave and E went to visit Melissa, Colby and O this past summer. This episode talks about the amazing time they all had together and the incredible bond the boys formed. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
The Moms Are Back!
September 21, 2021 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBWelcome to season 2 of the Second Wife Life! We have some big updates for you so tune in to find out what Melissa and Shay have been up to and get a quick glimpse on what life has been like for them! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Living In A Boys World...
July 27, 2021 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBWe're back! After a little hiatus we are back with some fun announcements and even more special guests! Check out this episode with our two most special guests of all!
Wedding Bliss!
April 13, 2021 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBMelissa and Shay talk about their weddings and how they incorporated the boys into their special days. Melissa also talks about the COVID struggles she endured while planning her wedding! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Fairy Grandmothers
April 06, 2021 15:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBIn this episode Melissa and Shay talk about relationships on the maternal side of the family. Melissa and Shay are both lucky enough to have great relationships with the maternal grandmother and talk about the importance of creating that family dynamic for the children. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
A Year in the Life of COVID
March 02, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBMelissa and Shay dive into the past year of the COVID pandemic that changed the world. We talk the lifestyle change that drastically changed everyone when COVID hit and we all had to live, work, school, etc all at home. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
A Year in the Life of COVID
March 02, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBMelissa and Shay dive into the past year of the COVID pandemic that changed the world. We talk the lifestyle change that drastically changed everyone when COVID hit and we all had to live, work, school, etc all at home. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Discipline Struggles
February 23, 2021 16:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBMelissa and Shay talk about when they felt comfortable enough to discipline their bonus sons. They also discuss what it's liking working with Dave and Colby when it's time to step in and discipline. It's not always easy stepping into a role to discipline a child that's not biologically yours so listen to Melissa and Shay's stories on how they navigated those tricky situations. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experi...
That Moment They Call You Mom...
February 16, 2021 16:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MBMelissa and Shay have mentioned before that the boys have both referred to them as 'Mom'. Hear their stories of when that moment happened and how they handled the situation. Are you comfortable being called 'Mom'? Hear their experiences and what being called that means to them. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Surrogacy Journey!
February 09, 2021 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBVanessa is back with us talking about her newest adventure of being a surrogate! Join us in this episode to hear how her journey began and what's to look forward to! Follow her journey on instagram OneWombApartment and her blog https://onewombapartment.blogspot.com
A Bio Mom's Perspective
February 02, 2021 16:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBMelissa and Shay welcome their friend Vanessa who gives a great insight on what it's like to be a bio mom with full custody of two kids and integrating a new life as a single mom but also introducing a new boyfriend into her crazy life! Vanessa is also going to a surrogate for a very special family so stay tuned for our next episode where she shares her journey with us! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as...
Meeting the Bio Moms
January 26, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 31.6 MBMelissa and Shay discuss their experiences meeting the bio moms for the first time. We're you nervous when you first met the bio parent? Or are you about to meet the bio parent for the first time? Hear about their stories and how they felt during the first meeting! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Meeting the Bio Mom's
January 26, 2021 16:00 - 46 minutes - 31.6 MBMelissa and Shay discuss their experiences meeting the bio moms for the first time. We're you nervous when you first met the bio parent? Or are you about to meet the bio parent for the first time? Hear about their stories and how they felt during the first meeting! ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
School Pressures
January 19, 2021 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBMelissa and Shay discuss what it's like integrating yourself into the school and extra curricular world. Most the time a bonus parent gets lost in the shuffle so how do you fit in? They also discuss the school dynamic and what it's like for the boys having to explain they have two moms. ***Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
A Dad's Life...
January 12, 2021 16:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBIn this episode Melissa and Shay bring on two very special guests....Colby and Dave! The boys discuss what it was like dating again with a child, what it was like for them to introduce Melissa and Shay to E and O and integrating life as a family! Hear what it was like for a dad starting over and their points of view! **Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
When Is It Time to Meet Your Parents?
January 05, 2021 16:00 - 49 minutes - 34.1 MBHappy New Year! In this episode Melissa and Shay talk about what it was like telling their families about dating someone that's a parent! Telling your family about a potential new partner is always scary it's even more scary when you're telling your family they have a child as well. Melissa and Shay also share their experiences of their parents meeting the boys for the first time! **Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their expe...
Coping Through The Holidays
December 29, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBMelissa and Shay catch up on how their holidays went with their families! They also discuss how to share custody on holidays, incorporating all the different families, and how to make each holiday memorable for your family! **Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
Coping Through The Holidays
December 29, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBMelissa and Shay catch up on how their holidays went with their families! They also discuss how to share custody on holidays, incorporating all the different families, and how to make each holiday memorable for your family! **Disclaimer: Melissa and Shay are not professionally trained and all information is solely based on their experiences as bonus moms***
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
December 22, 2020 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBThis week Shay and Melissa talk about the importance of respecting your partner's life before you and how to integrate yourself into that family dynamic. The start of dating someone with a kid can be intimidating but remember the child always comes first!
A Glimpse Into the Second Wife Life
December 14, 2020 03:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBShay and Melissa have been best friends since college. Little did they know 11 years ago that they both would marry men with children from previous marriages and would be automatic bonus moms to two amazing little boys! Here's a glimpse into their lives as second wives and bonus mamas!
A Glimpse Into the Second Wife Life
December 14, 2020 03:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBShay and Melissa have been best friends since college. Little did they know 11 years ago that they both would marry men with children from previous marriages and would be automatic bonus moms to two amazing little boys! Here's a glimpse into their lives as second wives and bonus mamas!