

What do I get my stepmom for Mother's Day?
Mother's Day is a day to express appreciation for your mother or other mother role model in your life. I think it's a heartwarming...


How do I respond to a stranger who mistakes me for my stepson's biological mother?
It can be awkward but it doesn't need to be. I think it's important to be gracious to the stranger perhaps by responding, "I'm blessed to...


I have no children of my own and will soon become a stepmom. What are the first steps I should take?
Congratulations! While the role you are about to take on is difficult, it can be extremely rewarding. Obviously, the better you get to...


Does stepparenting ever get any easier?
The short answer is yes! It does get easier! Research indicates that it takes 4-7 years for a stepfamily to gel. Of course, each family...