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When You Feel Jealous of the Ex and Their Life Before You

When You Feel Jealous of the Ex and Their Life Before You

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ByKristen SkilesFeb 7, 20234 min read

It felt like my then-boyfriend (now-husband) lived an entire life before he met me. He had joined the military, married,…

Blended and Married Tips for Success

Blended and Married Tips for Success

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ByAshleyJun 23, 20224 min read

So… you married a person with kids. Now what?! Blended Family Marriage Tips! While you were dating, you may have…

5 Examples Of Unhealthy Boundaries With Ex-Wife

5 Examples Of Unhealthy Boundaries With Ex-Wife

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ByKristen SkilesMay 28, 20216 min read

If you are stepmomming, there is likely an ex in the picture, and if you’re lucky, the ex and your…

The Most Important Question to Ask in a Second Marriage

The Most Important Question to Ask in a Second Marriage

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ByKristen SkilesApr 24, 20205 min read

Fighting with the ex. Dealing with your stepchildren’s loyalty binds. Financial implications of child support. When one of you is…

Second Wife Syndrome: Comparison is the Killer of Joy

Second Wife Syndrome: Comparison is the Killer of Joy

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ByKristen SkilesJan 10, 20205 min read

Have you vacationed there with her? Was that your picnic basket you used as a family? Is that somewhere you…

Everything I Needed to Know about Dating a Man with Kids

Everything I Needed to Know about Dating a Man with Kids

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ByAshleyJun 25, 20197 min read

Be honest… dating a man with kids seems intriguing at first. Even when your friends tell you that you’re crazy,…

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