The Daily Stepmom

I quickly went from being a single 30 something who lived alone to a FULL TIME Stepmom with 3 children relying on ME to care, nurture and help provide for them. To say I struggled would be an understatement. At the beginning of my journey as a stepmom, we walked through many challenges. After months and even years of struggle, I became overwhelmed and found myself pulling away from my stepkids and my husband, and I knew something needed to change. 

 

I started doing research and realized two things:

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1. There weren't very many stepmoms like me, a "Daily Stepmom" with resources specific to my struggles.

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2. I was not alone in my feelings. Most, if not all, stepmoms struggle with similar feelings.

 

I knew immediately I wanted to help and became life/stepmom coach certified. My hope is to help give a voice to other stepmoms and normalize many of the emotions and struggles that come with parenting another woman’s child.

 

We still have full physical and Legal custody and I have my stepkids in my home daily, hence the name "Daily Stepmom". I still face challenges especially as the kids grow and there are new levels of stepmom life to tackle. Regardless, of circumstances surrounding us I chose to co-parent, doing what is best for OUR kids. Doing my best to be positive even in the hard times. It is not perfect - I am not perfect; but I am always willing to do the work to successfully co-parent.

 

I call it “co-parenting-ish.”

 

My goal is for every stepmom to find her voice, place, and the peace and satisfaction she deserves. There is hope for you and every stepmom out there. You have to believe it, have the right tools, and choose what battles to fight.