Tag Archive for: Self-Care


Tips for Getting Your Stepchild’s Mother Out of Your Head
(Kicking the High-Conflict Habit) It’s a cycle we’re…

15 Things Stepmom Wishes Her Husband Knew
In that moment, I knew I couldn’t say anything to make him…

Five Steps to Survive the Holidays and Save Your Sanity
I’ve fixed the holidays for you. You’re welcome. Read on.…

Helping your Step-Teenager through the Exam Season
Exam season can be a very stressful time, not just for the teenager…

Positive Thoughts, Positive Actions, Positive Results
Do you ever have times in your life where you just feel like…

Letting Go of Negative Emotions
Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and thought,…



Six Steps for Setting Boundaries with Your Partner’s High-Conflict Ex
During the first couple years of marriage to my husband, he…

Stepping Away from Divorced Parent Guilt
Creating boundaries is important for self-care… oftentimes,…

Recapturing Christmas Magic
This is the time of year with plenty of gatherings for friends…

Why Stepparents Need a Kid-Free Zone in Their Home
Let’s face it, even in the best of circumstances, kids are…

Six Life Lessons I’ve Learned Being a Stepmom
Along my step-parenting journey, I have learned some intense…

Five Essential Questions to Ask Yourself Before Becoming a Stepmom
The decision to be part of someone’s life on a long-term basis…