In this episode, Mary discusses her career path and how she manages to blend her work and life together. She shares her background in corporate retail and her decision to start her own consulting firm. Mary explains the role of merchandise planning and how it helps brands ensure they have the right amount of product at the right time. She also talks about the challenges of juggling work and six kids, emphasizing the importance of blending rather than balancing. Mary expresses her gratitude for the support she receives and invites listeners to follow her journey and book a meeting with her. Follow Mary's Founder journey with Boon LLC at the below links: Boon WebsiteInstagramLinkedInPinterestYouTubeTikTok
Feb 15, 2024
10 min
Meet Doug! Get first hand details on my partner Doug and his journey to our big blended family!In this episode, Doug shares his journey of getting back into the dating pool after the end of his previous marriage. He talks about the challenges of app dating and the experiences he had as a man in his 30s. Doug then recounts the day he connected with Mary on a dating app and their initial Facetime conversations. He shares his initial reaction to learning that Mary had four kids and how they eventually went on their first date. The episode concludes with Doug expressing his happiness and excitement for their blended family life.
Feb 8, 2024
15 min
Mary shares her unexpected journey of becoming a single mom of four and finding love again, resulting in a blended family of eight. She emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space for sharing stories and finding connection. Mary's story highlights the strength and resilience of single moms and the challenges they face. Despite the difficulties, Mary finds joy and humor in her chaotic life. The episode covers various aspects of her journey, from leaving her marriage to navigating single parenthood and venturing into the dating world.
Feb 1, 2024
12 min
Do you wish you had someone who understands what it’s like to be in a big blended family? Or what if you could feel at ease knowing that the chaos within your house, regardless of who is in your family, is normal? Listen, you’re not alone. Join Mary Wiegand on the Real House Blend podcast as she manages the chaos of her blended family of 8 while building a sustainable business. With a humorous lens, listen in as Mary tackles topics from survival strategies for big families to navigating co-parenting relationships and everything in-between.Each episode you’ll get space for reflection on your own parenting journey, tips on how to manage a blended family, and a chance to build community and connection through sharing stories. Hit that follow button for new episodes of Real House Blend to appear in your listening queue!
Jan 10, 2024
3 min