Welcoming an "Ours Baby" is a beautiful yet complex journey for stepmoms in blended families. As a stepmom myself, I understand the rollercoaster of emotions that comes with this experience. From navigating concerns about bonding and guilt to facing feelings of disappointment and jealousy, the journey of adding an "ours baby" brings forth unique challenges. Adding an "ours baby" to a blended family should be an exciting experience, and with the right support, it can be. It's important to acknowledge and address the mix of emotions that arise with open communication, empathy, and inclusion. Read on to learn more.

Discover the distinctions between co-parenting and parallel parenting approaches in stepfamilies. Explore the benefits and challenges of each method, from effective communication and shared responsibility in co-parenting to reduced conflict and clear boundaries in parallel parenting. Determine the right approach for your unique situation and prioritize your child's well-being during and after separation or divorce.

This blog post explores the unspoken burden of stepmoms who feel more invested in the success of their stepfamily than their partner. It discusses the different ways that this investment can manifest and explores the root causes of this burden. The blog provides practical strategies to help stepmoms navigate this difficult situation.

Discover how Stepmom Coach, Amelia, coped with the emotional struggle of moving into a home her husband lived in with his ex-wife in the past. Learn how she overcame feelings of jealousy, grief, and insecurity and turned the house into her own.

We’re going to guess that you’ve probably heard just about everyone’s opinion on who they think should come first in your stepfamily. This can not only be frustrating but downright confusing for stepparents! We’re here today to give you our two cents on who we believe should come first – and it’s probably not who you think!...

As stepmoms, we want to do right by our partner, our stepchildren, and ourselves. The truth is, sometimes even the most well-intentioned stepmoms can make mistakes without even realizing it! We want to help you recognize, identify, and correct 5 of the most common stepmom mistakes.