Christmas in a blended family rarely looks like the movies.

In this episode, Toni and Jyl talk about how Christmas traditions change after separation and how expectations often need to shift once you’re navigating shared custody and blended family life. They reflect on the traditions they’ve kept, the ones they’ve let go of, and how the holidays can bring up unexpected emotions for both parents and stepparents.

The conversation then turns to the Netflix movie A Merry Little Ex-Mas, unpacking what it gets right about blended family dynamics — and where it completely misses the mark. From awkward stepmum moments to unrealistic co-parenting portrayals, they explore how media shapes expectations and why real life is often far more complicated.

This episode is an honest look at Christmas on the blended family roller coaster, with one focus at the centre: keeping the magic alive for the kids, even when the holidays feel anything but simple.

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