Learning How to Love My Stepsons
If I’m being totally honest, there were times in my early years as a stepmom that I didn’t even like my stepsons, much less love…
Stepping Up— Simple Ways To Help Others On Mother’s Day
Do you know someone who is dreading Mother’s Day ? The commemorative celebration filled with flowers, joy, and appreciation can turn into a trigger of…
Laura Petherbridge Shares Encouragement for Stepmoms
Hey, stepmoms! If you are struggling as you try to be a good mom to your husband’s kids, if you love your husband but you…
Letting Go of the Dream
“I’m so glad I attended your workshop,” stepmom Marissa shared with me. “The main thing I took away from the event was that I need…
Me and My Big Mouth
“I couldn’t get into the pool or the shower today because they were so crowded,” I huffed to the administrator at my local gym. Before…
When the Night Isn’t Silent: Christmas in a Stepfamily
“I’m struggling to know what to do about the upcoming holidays,” Vicky, a stepmom of two years shared. “My husband has two children from a…
Stepmom Perks
There are times when being a stepparent can serve as an advantage. Children will sometimes share things with a stepparent that they will not disclose…
Unconditional Love
No one has ever loved me like my husband does. I’m not sure why, I only know that Steve’s love for me overlooks my flaws,…
Stompin’ On the Stepmonster
You would think after 26 years as a step mother there wouldn’t be anything new to learn. Wrong. It all began when we decided to…
Weddings and the Step family
“My step daughter and I have had a great relationship for over 12 years,” the woman shared. “She is planning her wedding, and I assumed…