Can you navigate the stepmom role and find your footing on your own? Of course you can! But if you're looking for a faster, more direct, easier way to master the stepmom role and find peace in your stepfamily, then it may be time to find a stepmom coach to help. Before you sign up with the first coach you find, let's discuss three things to consider to help you identify the right coach for ... Read the Post
About Kristen
Toxic Advice for Stepmoms
When I first met my husband, I had no clue what I was getting into, but I knew it was way more complicated than a relationship where kids were not involved. Growing up, I was always resourceful and a go-getter. I was confident that with enough work and energy, I’d learn the ropes and be on my way to being the "perfect stepmom" in no time. I’m sure you can imagine how that turned out for ... Read the Post
21 Things to Stop Worrying About in 2021
Stepmomming ain't easy. Can I get an amen? This life is tough stuff. But I've found that it's exponentially MORE difficult if you don't have the right frame of mind. When you can look past some of the situations that aren't deserving of your attention, you'll save yourself peace of mind and happiness. Wouldn't it be a dream come true if you found true peace in your stepmom role in 2021? If you're ... Read the Post
Most Important Step for New Stepmoms
I was helping my then-boyfriend (now husband) unpack his belongings at his new house. Fully self-aware, I knew I'd be triggered to find anything from his past relationship. Even his ex's handwriting on some of the boxes was enough to trigger me. I chose to help with an innocuous enough selection of boxes marked as movies for the living room. I started unpacking and sorting between adult movies ... Read the Post
Black Friday Specials for Stepmoms
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I had a thoughtful blended family article prepared to publish this week, but I thought it might get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holiday weekend (at least for my American friends!). Instead, I wanted to take the guesswork out of Black Friday shopping for you! Here are a few of the BEST Black Friday specials for stepmoms! FREE Setting Boundaries for Stepmoms Made Easy ... Read the Post