I’m a scorpio, so I can’t help but have the jealous gene. I consider myself a confident girl, but when it comes to my partner, a little psycho creeps out whenever other women or exes come into the picture. He’s a good catch, what can I say? We’ve been married for almost 4 years now so luckily this type of jealousy has subsided as time has elapsed. However, I never expected for … [Read more...] about A Stepmom’s Guide to Overcoming Jealous Stepkids
Stepchild to StepMom: How To Do It Better
As a child, all I wanted to do was fit in. Having parents that divorced when I was in fourth grade did not help that ambition. My dream of belonging was further crushed when my dad remarried his secretary. Now, not only did I not fit in with my friends who all seemed to have perfect, “traditional” families, I was now part of a lame cliché. I was not a happy camper. This … [Read more...] about Stepchild to StepMom: How To Do It Better
Feeling Like The Third Wheel? Coping Strategies for Stepmoms
When I first became a stepmom, I thought I had at least a vague idea of what I was getting into. Sure, I didn’t have kids of my own, but how hard could this be? I was always great with kids and I was so head over heels with my husband that I was happy to step up and take on this challenge. Well, speaking of challenge, I’ve definitely encountered lots of them over my … [Read more...] about Feeling Like The Third Wheel? Coping Strategies for Stepmoms
Dealing with the Stigma of “Step” Parent
Growing up as a Disney movie addict, I have a lot to thank them for. Their films introduced me to the world of fairytales, princesses, prince charming, and basically all things magical and amazing. However, I have a HUGE bone to pick with them. Growing up with a stepmother and now being a stepmother myself, I have been forever plagued by the word “step” because of these … [Read more...] about Dealing with the Stigma of “Step” Parent