A Quick Reference to Common Custody Schedules
There’s a big “C word” in the shared parenting world: custody. Parents love their children so much, and it’s hard to be satisfied with the … Read more
Stepmomming is what you do, it’s not who you are.
I often reflect on the irony of my life. I’ve been intentional about not letting stepmomming consume my entire identity, about remaining true to the … Read more
The Differences Between Co-Parenting and Parallel Parenting
In different seasons of my husband’s post-divorce period, we’ve had to implement two different shared parenting styles with his ex-wife: co-parenting and parallel parenting. There … Read more
25+ Love Language Ideas For Your Significant Other, Your Kids & Yourself
Mamas, I have a confession. I am in love with love! I am particularly fond of the five love languages and apply them to all … Read more
Re-Writing Our Stories: Changing the Narrative for Stepmoms and Moms
by Erin Careless & Kristen Skiles The Wicked Stepmother What image comes to mind when you hear the word stepmother? Is it the cruel glare … Read more
What I Learned From Being Roommates with my Stepdaughter’s Mom
My stepdaughter’s mom, stepdad, and baby sister just moved out after living with my husband and me for three months. Yep, you read that right. … Read more