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Being Authentic in your Stepmom Role
Every year Merriam-Webster picks a Word of the Year based on data related to the number of look-ups, which means that people are thinking, talking, and writing about this word.
8 Ways to Celebrate National Stepfamily Day in 2023
“Families are like fudge -mostly sweet, with a few nuts.”-Les Dawson National Stepfamily Day is a nationally and an internationally recognized holiday that is celebrated on September 16th each year. It’s
Cost-Effective Hacks to Organize Your Home and Life
Guest Post by Carrie Spencer Stepmoms already have a lot on their plate when it comes to juggling the demands of family life. From managing your stepchildren’s schedules to organizing
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4 Ways to Enjoy Mother’s Day as a Stepmom
Mother’s Day is coming up, and while this is a beautiful day, it can also be a difficult day for many different reasons. If you’ve lost your mother, or if
3 Tips to Create Joy in Your Life
Recently, I read a powerful book about friendship, determination, and creating joy, called The Wildwater Walking Club by Claire Cook. Rosie, Noreen, and Tess, three women living in the same
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Closeness Communication Bias: Why it’s Hurting our Relationships
One of my aims on my 23 for 2023 List is to read 50 books this year. I’m an avid reader, but this is the first time I’ve had a
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Visualization: 60 Seconds a Day to a Better Stepfamily Life
You’ve probably heard the old adage the more energy and focus you give something, the more it grows. That’s the basic concept behind visualization or imagery. Visualization is a mental
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Stepmoms, Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet!
Ahhh, the beginning of the new year. 2023 represents a fresh start, a clean slate, a new chapter. We’re so used to the frantic lifestyle that has become a trademark of our
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5 Best Experience Gifts for Your Stepfamily
Why Experience Gifts are Best for Your Stepfamily Are you looking for the perfect gift for your children or stepchildren? Since the average stepfamily takes about four to seven years
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The Importance of Self-Compassion
You deserve the love and kindness that you give so easily to others. Stepfamily life can be stressful. You might feel like you’re walking on eggshells and find yourself second-guessing