Today I’m talking to Beth McDonough, my partner in Stepfamily Magazine, which includes the Stepmom Summit, the Stepfamily Circle Membership, and our upcoming Stepmom Retreat (we still have one spot for you if you’re looking for a getaway!). In this episode, you’ll get a sneak peek into how we work, as we shoot the […]
I am so excited about today’s guest. She is a family friend of my husband Craig’s and has become a dear friend and mentor of mine. She happens to also be a stepmom and a Kickass one at that. This post contains affiliate links. For more about what that means, click here. Gay Gaddis is […]
In case no one told you, stepmom life can be really tough. But I’ve got your back in today’s bonus mini-episode. I’m excited to tell you about this free bootcamp I’m doing NEXT WEEK. This is something I’ve wanted to do for a while and the time finally felt right, so I hope you’re excited […]
Today’s topic is one I haven’t talked much about before: stepmom infertility and the challenges around being a childless stepmom. Many stepmoms struggle with infertility and how to cope with being childless. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about this over the years. And if I’m being honest, a lot of time trying to […]
Stepfamily finances can be one of the most challenging parts of blended family life. When you marry someone with children, you’re not just merging households. You’re also navigating stepfamily finances, financial obligations, child-related expenses, financial values, and long-term planning decisions. Questions about child support, college expenses, vacations, inheritance, debt, spending habits, and joint accounts can […]
Dear stepmom, please know you are not alone when you’re overwhelmed by big life changes. Whether you’ve got kids moving away to school, you have a new job, or you’re just changing in your season of life, transitions can be tricky for everyone – but especially when you factor in stepfamily dynamics. This episode is […]
