Common Misconceptions about Setting Boundaries
Let’s talk about setting boundaries as a stepmom. My husband’s ex lived with me for 3 very long months. (You can read more about that … Read more
How to Decide on a 60/40 Custody Schedule
Deciding on which 60/40 custody schedule is best for your family is a MAJOR decision. Your family will be living according to this schedule for … Read more
You Can’t Afford NOT to Prioritize Self-Care
I’m not saying self-care will solve all of your problems as a stepmom. I am saying that prioritizing self-care will improve your life, no matter … Read more
Stepkids and Cell Phones
This Christmas, we finally gave in and got my 11-year-old stepdaughter a Gabb cell phone. She’s been begging us for months, and we finally decided … Read more
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 crazy for Christmas… so I … Read more
The Permission You Need to Survive Blended Family Holidays
Holidays in a blended family can feel really overwhelming on a lot of levels. From holiday custody schedules to questions about gifts, trying to combine … Read more