361: Keep The Target Off Your Back

361: Keep The Target Off Your Back

Author: Lori Sims & David Sims May 1, 2026 Duration: 30:42

In this episode, Lori and David dig into real-life stepfamily scenarios from handling dinnertime food drama with stepkids, to discovering vapes hidden in a teenager's room. They discuss the importance of keeping the "target off your back" as a stepparent, sharing strategies for maintaining household harmony and reducing stress, like letting dad handle his child's plate or calmly informing the bio parent about the contraband instead of taking action yourself. The hosts get candid about how small moments can trigger deeper frustrations and how most conflicts fade with time.

In this episode:

  • Tips for reducing daily stress as a stepmom or stepdad

  • Why "nachoing" can lead to better stepfamily relationships

  • Creative ways to share responsibility with your partner

  • Pros and cons of handling stepkid secrets and discipline

  • The long-term perspective: laughing about today's drama years down the road

  • Heartwarming and hilarious stories from the hosts' own experiences, including the joys of being a supportive step-parent and the misadventures of parenting


Navigating the complexities of a stepfamily can feel like an isolating journey, but it doesn’t have to be. The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver offers a genuine conversation for anyone in the thick of it, hosted by Lori and David Sims. As founders of Nacho Kids and experienced blended family coaches themselves, they bring both personal insight and professional guidance to each episode. This isn’t about abstract theory; it’s real talk about the daily struggles, from co-parenting tensions and sibling dynamics to maintaining your own relationship sanity. You’ll hear from the hosts and their guests as they share candid stories of both setbacks and hard-won successes, creating a sense of community. At the heart of this podcast is the practical, life-changing framework of the Nacho Kids Method, which provides tangible strategies for saving relationships and building a peaceful home. Tune in for honest discussions that replace judgment with support, offering the tools and reassurance needed to thrive in your blended family life. Each conversation is designed to make you feel understood and equipped, turning overwhelming challenges into manageable steps forward.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

The Nacho Kids Podcast: Blended Family Lifesaver
Podcast Episodes
349: Valentine's Day Expectations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:41
Get ready for laughter, realness, and actionable advice as Lori and David tackle Valentine's Day expectations and the tricky emotions that come with stepfamily living. In this episode, Lori and David dive into the emotio…
348: Successful Co-parenting [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:33
In this powerful and deeply honest episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori sits down with Jon Bassford, author of The Co-Parenting Secret: It's Not About You, to talk about what healthy co-parenting really looks like, an…
347: Adult Stepkid Moves Back In [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:46
When an adult stepchild moves back home, many stepparents quickly realize that blending does not end at age 18, it simply enters a new phase. In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David talk candidly about…
346: They Can Put Their Big Person Panties On [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:13
When a stepchild hurts your partner, every instinct tells you to jump in and defend them, but that move often makes everything worse. In this episode of The Nacho Kids Podcast, we unpack what really happens when step-par…
345: Some Blends Are Toxic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:55
In this lively episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, hosts Lori and David dive straight into a wild story involving clogged toilets, dangerous chemical reactions, and a visit from the local fire department. Lori recounts he…
344: Stepfamily New Year's Expectations [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:35
Kick off 2026 with laughter and real talk! In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, Lori and David explore the powerful topic of expectations—why they trip us up, how to let go of what others "should" do, and how to bu…
343: Stepfamilies Can Change In The Blink Of An Eye [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:54
Looking for real talk on blended family challenges, New Year's resolutions, and actionable strategies for stepfamilies? In this episode, hosts David and Lori dive deep into stepfamily dynamics and why things can change i…
342: That's Not Nachoing! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:16
In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, hosts David and Lori dive into a deeply relatable and emotional topic: financial stress and holiday challenges in blended families. Lori reads a heart-wrenching post from their…
341: Sick Stepkids [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:30
In this episode of the Nacho Kids Podcast, hosts Lori and guest David tackle one of the trickiest challenges in blended family life: what happens when the stepkids get sick? This episode dives deep into how co-parents an…
340: Cell Phones Between Homes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:25
Is your blended family struggling with cell phone boundaries? NKP340 dives deep into the real challenges and solutions around kids, technology, and stepfamily life—don't miss these actionable tips! In this insightful epi…