The Pondering Stepmom Podcast

Hi, stepmoms! Whether your stepchild or stepchildren start school in August or September, it is about to be upon us again soon! I wanted to drop in and talk about the school-year aggravations that visit many stepmoms, especially with kids going back and forth between two households. I discuss missing homework, lost socks, and the dreaded lunch box. Do you have questions or a topic you'd like me to address on the podcast? Comment here or email me: Farawaytree3@hotmail.com xoxo This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ponderingnook.substack.com/subscribe

In this final episode of the season, I touch on being a stepmom and a bio mom, and what lessons each parenting role has given for every kind of 'momming' experience. Thank you all for tuning in, old listeners and new. Please catch bonus sessions of this podcast over at Substack. xoxo If you like this episode, check out "Do You Like Your Stepkids?" --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode, I talk about stepmoms who feel like they're overcompensating for others, namely bio mom or their partner within their stepmom role. If you like this episode, you may also like, "Hey, jealousy..." You can hear me being interviewed by ⁠Andrew G Marshall - Therapy⁠ at The Meaningful Life Podcast about being a stepmom. Tune in! ⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/7BjFt5Rz386yzjwPAvQkah...⁠ Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

Continuing from the last episode, I read more stepmom feedback about how the relationship between their partner and the ex ended and how it affected them, their relationship, and their role. If you like this episode, try, ⁠"When Stepmoms Feel like 'The Bad Guy' For Expressing Themselves"⁠ Find more from me at The Pondering Nook on ⁠Substack⁠. You can subscribe to get my articles for free. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

On this first episode of a 2-part episode podcast, stepmoms reveal how the relationship between their ex and bio mom ended, how that has affected their relationship with their partner, and how it has affected their stepmom role. I got tons of feedback on this! Tune in! If you like this episode, you may enjoy, "Why Stepmoms Step Back" Thank you for listening! Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠The Pondering Nook⁠ & at ⁠I⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode, I relay seasoned stepmom advice on how to approach, navigate, and ultimately survive the teen years. If you like this episode on stepparenting teens, you may also like: "Are We There Yet? The Journey of Step-Parenting Teens" "Seasoned Stepmom Advice For Stepparenting Teens" If you love this podcast, please rate and review me with positive feedback so other stepmoms can find me! xoxo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode, stepmoms reveal how Mother's Day does - OR doesn't - affect them on their stepparenting journey. Tune in! If you like this episode, you may also like 'Creating Your Stepmom Space' --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

This week, I discuss stepmoms who might feel like an outsider within their own home and what we can do to remind ourselves to take up our own space in a healthy way! Please tune in! If you liked this episode, you might also want to hear, ⁠⁠"Why Stepmoms Step Back."⁠⁠ If you enjoy this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I explore how the act of marriage changes (or doesn't change) the way a stepmom is perceived by others and also how she perceives herself. I got some terrific feedback that I think you'll like!! Tune in! If you like this episode, you may also like, ⁠"Anger Issues"⁠ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

Do people comment about whether or not your stepkids look like you? We stepmoms have to field all kinds of comments and opinions about our role and this is one of them. Tune in to hear feedback from other stepmoms on this fascinating topic! If you like this episode, you may also like "Great Expectations" Find more from me at The Pondering Nook on ⁠Substack⁠. You can subscribe to get my articles for free. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

This week, I discuss feedback from stepmoms about how they initially felt about their stepchild or stepchildren when they first met them and how that may have changed over the years. I got some excellent and varying feedback from stepmoms in all kinds of blended family dynamics. Tune in! If you like this episode, try, "When Stepmoms Feel like 'The Bad Guy' For Expressing Themselves" Find more from me at The Pondering Nook on Substack. You can subscribe to get my articles for free. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

This week, I talk about stepmoms who feel like they are handling most of the problem-solving with their stepkids, fielding the majority of the communication between bio mom or bio dad, and feeling too much like a "fixer" within their blended family situation. I hope you enjoy it! If you like this episode, you may also like, "Anger Issues" Please find The Pondering Nook at ⁠Substack⁠ and thank you for listening! xoxo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

Welcome to season 8 of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast! For the first episode, I discuss feelings of anger and how our stepmom roles can cause us to feel emotionally fried to an unhealthy degree. Join me as I discuss stepmom feedback about their experiences and advice on managing anger. Please find The Pondering Nook at Substack and thank you for listening! xoxo --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this 100th episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I talk about the positive evolution the stepparenting journey has brought other stepmoms. Please tune in for this uplifting episode. If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "⁠⁠The Introverted Stepmom⁠⁠" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

This week I discuss scenarios where stepmoms had to put their foot down and just say NO to doing things they used to do after finding themselves tired, resentful, and just DONE. I got some great feedback from stepmoms so tune in! If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "⁠The Introverted Stepmom⁠" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms about experiences they have had with their stepchild or stepchildren being jealous of their presence. I ask stepmoms what advice they can offer other stepmoms who are going through this complicated situation. If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "Nice To Meet You...?" OR "The Ex-Factor" You can hear me being interviewed by Andrew G Marshall - Therapy at The Meaningful Life Podcast about being a stepmom. Tune in! https://open.spotify.com/episode/7BjFt5Rz386yzjwPAvQkah... Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

Hey there, This week, I get some feedback from stepmoms as to what their favorite stepmom resources are & I give a big shout-out to a handful of my favorites. Tune in to hear what books, podcasts, or pages are helping to guide stepmoms, including myself. If you like this episode, you may also enjoy ⁠"All The Things Stepmoms Wish You Knew"⁠ Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

Hey, stepmoms... How do you feel about expressing anger or emotions within your blended family home? Are you comfortable doing so or do you feel like you can't say anything at all? This week, I hear from stepmoms on how they are coping with this issue inside their homes... If you like this episode, you may also want to hear, "⁠⁠All The Things Stepmoms Wish You Knew⁠⁠" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠⁠The Pondering Nook⁠⁠ & at ⁠⁠I⁠⁠⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode, I hear from stepmoms about decisions that are made without their input and/or control. This episode was very personal to me and I hope other stepmoms out there will be able to relate and gain comfort knowing they are not alone in this issue. Thank you for listening! If you liked this episode, you might also want to hear, ⁠"Why Stepmoms Step Back."⁠ If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I explore how much stepparenting has impacted the personal space and privacy of stepmoms. Got some fantastic responses that offered up unique perspectives while being absolutely relatable. Thank you for tuning in! If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "The Introverted Stepmom" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I explore feedback from stepmoms about how they initially felt about dating a person who already had a child or children and how their expectations about becoming a stepmom matched up with reality. If you like this episode, you may also want to hear, "⁠Parenting Biological Kids vs. Stepkids⁠" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠⁠The Pondering Nook⁠⁠ & at ⁠⁠I⁠⁠⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

This week, the floodgates open as stepmoms tell me what they would say to their stepchildren's biological mother if they could speak freely. This episode is already one of my favorites. The feedback was poignant, cathartic, and honest. Thank you for listening! If you liked this episode, you might also want to hear, "Why Stepmoms Step Back." If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠The Pondering Nook⁠ & at ⁠I⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

Is stepparenting a toddler easier than stepparenting older kids? Does it help seal the bond more when you begin stepparenting kids at a younger age? Are there advantages and/or disadvantages to being a stepmom to toddlers? I asked, and stepmoms answered! Tune in! If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like "Seasoned Stepmom Advice For Stepparenting Teens" OR "Are We There Yet? The Journey of Step-Parenting Teens" Thank you for listening! If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

Are your partner's expectations of your stepmom role realistic or do you think they expect too much from you? Tune in to this first episode of season 7 as I discuss the dynamics of partner expectations and how they affect the mental and emotional journey of a stepmom. Thank you for listening! xoxo If you like this episode, you may also want to hear, "⁠All The Things Stepmoms Wish You Knew⁠" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠The Pondering Nook⁠ & at ⁠I⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

How do you handle stepmom life as an introvert? I wanted to know if I'm the only stepmom who struggles with this issue. Whether it's setting boundaries or talking to new people, being an introvert can be challenging, especially within a blended family dynamic. Join me for this bonus summer episode! If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "All The Things Stepmoms Wish You Knew" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this bonus episode, I drop in to congratulate and thank the stepparents who are in the trenches during this end-of-school-year season. Award ceremonies and graduation events can bring up awkward and tense emotions for stepparents this time of year. Tune in for a much-needed dose of appreciation! I miss you guys! If you like this episode, you may also want to hear, "⁠Parenting Biological Kids VS Stepkids⁠" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message

In this episode, I explore feedback from seasoned stepmoms about the advice they would give to newer stepmoms about navigating their feelings around Mother's day. Tune in to this final episode of season 6! xoxo If you enjoy this episode, you may also like, "Clash of Parenting Styles: When You & Your Partner Don't Agree on How To Parent Your Stepchildren" Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠The Pondering Nook⁠ & at ⁠I⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms about what they knew or thought about the role of a stepmother as they were growing up and what they've learned from eventually becoming a stepmom themselves. Tune in to hear from real stepmoms navigating their journeys through this ever-changing and challenging parenting role. If you enjoy this episode, you may also like, "How We Have Changed: The New Stepmom Narrative" Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

Stepmoms, are you the primary communicator with bio mom or is your partner? Maybe it's a little bit of both. Are there communication boundaries in place or not? In this episode, I explore what's going on in other blended family situations and how involved stepmoms are with communication. If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "Why Stepmoms Step Back" Thank you for listening! If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠The Pondering Nook⁠ & at ⁠I⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

Hey, stepmoms! In this episode, I talk about how it feels to be a stepmom when you don't have close friends who are also stepmoms. Your besties might be bio moms, but when it comes to relating to blended family struggles, it's super hard. Join me for some fantastic stepmom feedback on this topic! xoxo If you like this episode, you may also enjoy "All The Things Stepmoms Wish You Knew" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠⁠⁠The Pondering Nook⁠⁠⁠ & at ⁠⁠⁠I⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠⁠⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I explore how stepmoms who are also bio-moms cope with high-conflict stepparenting situations in regard to explaining and shielding their biological children from these experiences. If you like this episode, you may also want to hear, "⁠Parenting Biological Kids VS Stepkids⁠" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠⁠The Pondering Nook⁠⁠ & at ⁠⁠I⁠⁠⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms who talk about the first time they felt a true bond with their stepchild or stepchildren as well as sharing feedback from stepmoms who say they've never felt any connection at all even after many years. I share my own personal stories about my stepmom/stepchild connection and give my advice on the topic. Thank you for listening!! xoxo If you like this episode, you may also want to hear, "Parenting Biological Kids VS Stepkids" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at ⁠The Pondering Nook⁠ & at ⁠I⁠⁠, Stepmother ⁠at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms whose partners have full or primary custody of their kids. They bravely share their personal journeys of how they ended up in the full-time custody arrangement & how it has affected their stepmom role. Thank you to all the beautiful stepmoms who responded and to all my loyal listeners for tuning in! xoxo If you like this episode, you may also want to hear, "All The Things Stepmoms Wish You Knew" Enjoying this podcast? Please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I share much-needed advice from real-world stepmoms who have experience raising teens within their blended families. If you're a stepmom or know a stepmom who is struggling with the teen years or who is curious about a plan of action for when the teen years arrive, this is the episode for you! Thank you for listening! If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I hear from stepmoms who explain the situation/experience that caused them to disengage from their role. Tune in to this honest and intriguing account of what real stepmoms describe as their own personal breaking points. Thank you for listening! If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, stepmoms talk about how being a biological parent has influenced their stepparenting role, sometimes in very unexpected ways. The feedback in this episode, as always, is raw, honest, and enlightening. Thank you to all the stepmoms who shared their stories with me and with the Pondering community xoxo Thank you for listening! If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I asked stepmoms to tell me what has surprised them the most on their stepmom journey and I got a TON of great feedback. Please join me for this honest and cathartic episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast. Thank you for listening! If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. You can help support The Pondering Stepmom Podcast with a monthly donation of your choice to keep the episodes coming at https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

Hey, stepmoms! This week I share feedback from stepmoms regarding their most aggravating issues on and around transition days with the other household. There was a lot to unpack here and if you're a stepmom who's at her wit's end and needs some relief, tune in and realize that you're not alone! Thank you for listening. xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. You can help support The Pondering Stepmom Podcast with a monthly donation of your choice to keep the episodes coming at https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

The term "control freak" is thrown around a lot. I use it to describe myself. I have heard many stepmoms, in particular, refer to themselves as control freaks also. This made me wonder WHY so many stepmoms think they're control freaks & what this term actually means to them. I asked stepmoms how they feel about this term and I got some GREAT feedback! Tune in to hear it! xoxo Thank you for listening. xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. You can help support The Pondering Stepmom Podcast with a monthly donation of your choice to keep the episodes coming at https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this holiday bonus episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms about the things they wish others could understand the most about their role. Please tune in to this episode if you're a stepmom who wants to relate to other stepmoms like you AND feel free to share this podcast with someone who may both appreciate it and learn from it. Thank you for listening. xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this season finale of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I explore how the perception of stepmoms has changed over time thanks to some fantastic feedback from other stepmoms. I discuss the positive evolution of the stepmom role and those evil stepmom narratives from the past. Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode I ask the question: If you were not in your stepmom role, do you think you would be friends with your stepchild's biological mom? Tune in as I explore the feedback from other stepmoms about how they think a relationship with the bio mom in their lives might go under different circumstances... Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

Are you a stepmom who is coping with raising a stepchild (or stepchildren) whose biological mother has left the scene? This week, I delve into the experiences of stepmoms who are in this extremely challenging situation, and hopefully, in sharing these stories, there are stepmoms out there who will feel less alone. Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

If you're a stepmom who has biological children, how do those children feel about your role as a stepmom? In this episode, I explore feedback from stepmoms about how their biological children react and relate to having a mom who is also a stepmom. Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

Are any of your partner's family members still close with your stepchild's biological mother? Join me for this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast where I explore feedback from stepmoms regarding their experiences with this very complicated blended family dynamic. Available on every major podcast app! Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode, I explore how stepmoms have adjusted to their stepkids turning 18 and becoming adults. Did the 18th birthday magically make their stepparenting role easier or did it make things harder? Thanks to all the stepmoms who gave their feedback xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

Have you ever tried to step back or "disengage" from your stepmom role and your partner just doesn't understand why..? In this episode, I explore how the partners of stepmoms have reacted when there's a desire from a stepmom to disengage from her role. Real-world stepmoms share their own disengagement experiences with raw and graceful honesty. Thank you to all the stepmoms who chimed in and thank you to all who have listened to The Pondering Stepmom Podcast! If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I asked for feedback from stepmoms who have been through enough seasons in their stepmom journey to offer up some much-needed advice for new and/or struggling stepmoms deep in the trenches. Boy, did stepmoms deliver! There are some real gems of wisdom in this episode that you'll want to hear. Thank you to all the stepmoms who shared their experiences and to everyone who tunes in! xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review wherever you listen so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother at Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I discuss feedback from stepmoms on what their first meeting/impression of their stepchildren's biological mother was like & if that relationship has evolved from that moment on or not. I also share my personal experience during my own first meeting. I got an overwhelming response to this topic so please tune in! I hope stepmoms can relate to some of these experiences and find some comfort in knowing you are NOT alone xox If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother on Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

In this episode of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast, I discuss the challenges of clashing with your partner about how to parent/discipline stepkids. So many stepmoms struggle with differing parenting styles and many are at their wits end over it! Please tune in as I read feedback from other stepmoms on this issue and discuss coping strategies. Thanks for tuning in, and as I mention in the episode regarding absent bio moms, here is a link to an episode where I discuss being a full-time stepmom and the challenges that can bring as far as discipline, behavior, etc... "Full-Time Dynamics" If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother on Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support

The season 5 premiere of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast! It's hard to find people who understand the dynamics of stepparenting. This season 5 premiere of The Pondering Stepmom Podcast focuses on those people who real-world stepmoms can turn to and vent about their problems. THANK YOU to all who listen and who support struggling stepmoms! xoxo If you're enjoying this podcast, please leave me a glowing review so others can find me! Find my articles about being a stepmom at The Pondering Nook & at I, Stepmother on Medium. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ponderingstepmompodcast/support