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&apos;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.

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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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;Hit that follow button for new episodes of Real House Blend to appear in your listening queue! &nbsp;