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In this episode, stepmoms reveal how Mother's Day does - OR doesn't - affect them on their stepparenting journey. Tune in!If you like this episode, you may also like 'Creating Your Stepmom Space'--- Send in a voice message: https://podcas
This week, I discuss stepmoms who might feel like an outsider within their own home and what we can do to remind ourselves to take up our own space in a healthy way! Please tune in!If you liked this episode, you might also want to hear, "Wh
In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I explore how the act of marriage changes (or doesn't change) the way a stepmom is perceived by others and also how she perceives herself. I got some terrific feedback that I think you'll like!
Do people comment about whether or not your stepkids look like you? We stepmoms have to field all kinds of comments and opinions about our role and this is one of them. Tune in to hear feedback from other stepmoms on this fascinating topic!I
This week, I discuss feedback from stepmoms about how they initially felt about their stepchild or stepchildren when they first met them and how that may have changed over the years. I got some excellent and varying feedback from stepmoms in al
This week, I talk about stepmoms who feel like they are handling most of the problem-solving with their stepkids, fielding the majority of the communication between bio mom or bio dad, and feeling too much like a "fixer" within their blended fa
Welcome to season 8 of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast! For the first episode, I discuss feelings of anger and how our stepmom roles can cause us to feel emotionally fried to an unhealthy degree. Join me as I discuss stepmom feedback about thei
In this 100th episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I talk about the positive evolution the stepparenting journey has brought other stepmoms. Please tune in for this uplifting episode.If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "The In
This week I discuss scenarios where stepmoms had to put their foot down and just say NO to doing things they used to do after finding themselves tired, resentful, and just DONE. I got some great feedback from stepmoms so tune in! If you like t
In this episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms about experiences they have had with their stepchild or stepchildren being jealous of their presence. I ask stepmoms what advice they can offer other stepmoms who are going through this complica
Hey there,This week, I get some feedback from stepmoms as to what their favorite stepmom resources are & I give a big shout-out to a handful of my favorites. Tune in to hear what books, podcasts, or pages are helping to guide stepmoms, includ
Hey, stepmoms...How do you feel about expressing anger or emotions within your blended family home? Are you comfortable doing so or do you feel like you can't say anything at all? This week, I hear from stepmoms on how they are coping with t
In this episode, I hear from stepmoms about decisions that are made without their input and/or control. This episode was very personal to me and I hope other stepmoms out there will be able to relate and gain comfort knowing they are not alone
In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I explore how much stepparenting has impacted the personal space and privacy of stepmoms. Got some fantastic responses that offered up unique perspectives while being absolutely relatable. Thank
In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I explore feedback from stepmoms about how they initially felt about dating a person who already had a child or children and how their expectations about becoming a stepmom matched up with reali
This week, the floodgates open as stepmoms tell me what they would say to their stepchildren's biological mother if they could speak freely. This episode is already one of my favorites. The feedback was poignant, cathartic, and honest. Thank
Is stepparenting a toddler easier than stepparenting older kids? Does it help seal the bond more when you begin stepparenting kids at a younger age? Are there advantages and/or disadvantages to being a stepmom to toddlers? I asked, and stepmoms
Are your partner's expectations of your stepmom role realistic or do you think they expect too much from you? Tune in to this first episode of season 7 as I discuss the dynamics of partner expectations and how they affect the mental and emotion
How do you handle stepmom life as an introvert? I wanted to know if I'm the only stepmom who struggles with this issue. Whether it's setting boundaries or talking to new people, being an introvert can be challenging, especially within a blended
In this bonus episode, I drop in to congratulate and thank the stepparents who are in the trenches during this end-of-school-year season. Award ceremonies and graduation events can bring up awkward and tense emotions for stepparents this time o
In this episode, I explore feedback from seasoned stepmoms about the advice they would give to newer stepmoms about navigating their feelings around Mother's day. Tune in to this final episode of season 6! xoxoIf you enjoy this episode, you m
In this episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms about what they knew or thought about the role of a stepmother as they were growing up and what they've learned from eventually becoming a stepmom themselves. Tune in to hear from real stepmoms
Stepmoms, are you the primary communicator with bio mom or is your partner? Maybe it's a little bit of both. Are there communication boundaries in place or not? In this episode, I explore what's going on in other blended family situations and h
Hey, stepmoms! In this episode, I talk about how it feels to be a stepmom when you don't have close friends who are also stepmoms. Your besties might be bio moms, but when it comes to relating to blended family struggles, it's super hard. Join
In this episode, I explore how stepmoms who are also bio-moms cope with high-conflict stepparenting situations in regard to explaining and shielding their biological children from these experiences. If you like this episode, you may also want
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