i’m so glad you’re here!
Join me on this wild and wonderful journey…
Never in a million years did I imagine becoming a stepmom. I was perfectly content in my single-income, no-kids, one-dog world. But life had other plans, and now I find myself navigating life with two little humans bursting with energy, laughter, curiosity, and chaos.
With love, grace, and gratitude, I’m learning every day. Come along
—it’s quite the ride!
Navigating the “You’re Not My Mom” Conversation
Damn, those dreaded words—a line that could take you to your knees. But let’s face it: you already know this is a fact. You know your place: as an adult, a support, a parent, a parent-adjacent, a stepparent. Whatever your situation is, these four words are likely to come up. Being prepared can help you…
Getting Along with Your Stepkid’s Mom: A Rare Blessing
Getting along with your stepkid’s mom is a blessing and a privilege—and I know it’s not the reality for most. While I realize my experience may not resonate with everyone, I hope to share the positivity and happiness I feel in my unique situation. My past experiences around divorced parents and co-parenting weren’t positive. They…
Get on the same page!
As I sit here in a coffee shop, staring at a blank page and trying to draw inspiration from my list of stepparenting topics, I find myself distracted by a conversation unfolding nearby. A grandmother is firmly lecturing her daughter on how to manage her kids’ schedules: making sure they get to school on time,…
