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“Stepmomming is what you do, not who you are.” – Kristen Skiles
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Let’s Talk About Money, Stepmom!
Let’s get straight to the point—knowing how to talk about money is one of the most important skills for you…
6 Tips for your First Mother’s Day as a Stepmom
I vividly remember my first Mother’s Day as a stepmom. I felt left-out, unappreciated, and disappointed. It seemed entirely unfair…
The Stepmom’s Guide to Holiday Gifts
Three years ago, my stepdaughter’s mom’s family lived with us during the holidays. You might remember that I’m a little…
The Permission You Need this Holiday Season
Holidays in a blended family can feel really overwhelming on a lot of levels. From holiday custody schedules to questions…
So you don’t have your stepkids December 25th…
Blended family holidays amplify the already-complicated dynamics stepmoms navigate everyday. You’re thrilled to have the kids in your home on…
Why we Hosted a Joint Birthday Party at a Hotel (Feat. Gaylord Texan)
Can I be honest and share that every year when Krista’s birthday rolls around, I get a little nervous? Should…