EVERY MOMent COUNTS!
You would think after 26 years as a stepmom there wouldn’t be anything new to learn. Wrong. It all began when we decided to update our last will and testament. Our new attorney did a magnificent job of helping us navigate the major decisions. Steve has 2 grown sons, 2 daughters-in-law and 2 grandchildren. I [...]
“My stepdaughter and I have had a great relationship for over 12 years,” the woman shared. “She is planning her wedding, and I assumed I would be included. But all of a sudden she treats me like I don’t exist. I don’t understand. What happened?” Although this stepmom was surprised by her stepdaughters aloofness, during [...]
“I can’t get my stepkids to eat healthy foods,” a stepmom shared with me. “When they are at their mom’s house they eat fast food and stuff filled with chemicals. But at our house I feel it’s important to eat a lot of vegetables and everything organic.” She continued. “This is becoming a huge issue, [...]
Twenty-five years ago, my two stepsons were 11 and 13 when their dad and I got married. To them, I have always been “Stepmom” or “my dad’s wife,” which is fine because that is who I am. However, to their children, Colin (10) and Erin (6), I’m Nana — married to Grandpa. Period. They don’t [...]
October through December can be an excruciating time of year for those who have experienced a loss. In addition to the death of a loved one, divorce, illness, family trauma, job loss, a wayward child, or moving to a new location can cause serious depression during the holidays. Factor in that many people experience less [...]
Please welcome back the newest member of MomLife Today team, Dr. Laura Petherbridge, who has for several years poured her life into teaching and ministering to families worldwide. Today we continue her post from yesterday — Conquering Holiday Hassles. Plan Ahead One of the main stressors for kids of divorce is not knowing which house [...]
Editor’ s Note: Since the inception of our blog, we have been praying for God to provide a blended-family mom to become a member of our writing team. MomLife Today is pleased to welcome Laura Petherbridge who has for several years poured her life into teaching and ministering to families worldwide. We invite you to [...]
