A Career Girl's Guide to Becoming a Stepmom

A Career Girl's Guide to Becoming a Stepmom
Author: Jacquelyn B. Fletcher
Publisher: Harper Collins
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2009-10-13
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0061740047

You have an exciting, fulfilling job. You've fallen in love with the man of your dreams—and met his three kids! Now what? Jacquelyn B. Fletcher shows how any professional woman turned wife and instant stepmother can build on the skills she employs at work—organization, team-building, goal-setting, and planning—to succeed at home in her new role as stepmom. Drawing on the latest research, her own experiences, and those of other real-life stepmothers, Fletcher offers advice, hope, encouragement, and much-needed answers to common conundrums, including: Why don't I have control over my own schedule? What kind of relationship do I want with my stepkids? What if I want to have a baby of my own? How do we create a budget that feels fair if I make more money than my husband does? A Career Girl's Guide to Becoming a Stepmom is essential reading for the professional woman who has it all—and then suddenly has more than she expected.

The Single Girl's Guide to Marrying a Man, His Kids, and His Ex-Wife

The Single Girl's Guide to Marrying a Man, His Kids, and His Ex-Wife
Author: Sally Bjornsen
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 257
Release: 2005-04-05
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1440625271

A funny, honest, and empathetic resource for the novice stepmother on maintaining sanity, solving hair-raising identity issues, regaining a sense of humor, and surviving what you did for love.... What happens when the honeymoon comes to a screeching halt and you're faced with a houseful of rambunctious children, an ever-present ex-wife, and a new husband trying to balance the chaos? This helpful guide includes advice on: • The kids: Adjusting to suspicion, resentment, and biological-parent loyalties • The ex-wife: Living calmly alongside her, whether she's a psycho or the perfect mother • The holidays: Accommodating old family traditions and developing new ones • The sex: Keeping love alive through the kids' bed-wettings and nightmares • The finances: Building safety nets and avoiding financial disasters • The urge to be evil: Accepting it, and then stopping yourself from saying something you'll regret—to him, the kids, or her • Plus an invaluable list of resources, websites, publications, and organizations specifically for the new stepmother

Stepmom's Guide

Stepmom's Guide
Author: Amy Johnson
Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC
Total Pages: 23
Release: 2013-06-07
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1683688317

Are you in love with a man with excess baggage? Are your boyfriend's kids from another marriage seems like a hindrance to you? Becoming a stepmother is far from the dream of any single woman, most would prefer a fresh start with their spouse while some would desire to enjoy their partnership first before deciding to have kids. But accepting someone even his past and his family is actually loving everything about the person. This is basically why most women decide to become a dutiful stepmother to their spouse's kids.

The Stepmoms' Club

The Stepmoms' Club
Author: Kendall Rose
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2018-05-01
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1492635421

The tips, tricks and support you need to survive stepmotherhood — the perfect gift for every stepmom around You've met the partner of your dreams and have gotten your happily ever after, but now you've taken on a new role: stepmom. And you have no idea what you signed up for. Or maybe you've been a stepmom for a while now, but things are getting you down. Who do you turn to for help? Where is the stepmothering support group that'll give you the advice you need? A book for all the ins and outs of having a blended family? Who actually gets how hard being a stepmom can be? We do. We are the women who have chosen stepmotherhood and lived to tell the tale. This parenting guide holds our solutions to help you: Brave the crazy ex demands Overcome the financial hurdles of a blended family Be prepared for the legal battles and custody arrangements Handle disrespectful children Nourish your relationship Manuever the emotional breakdowns of stepmotherhood Build your own stepmom's club Understand why you need your partner to have your back Written by stepmoms for stepmoms, these tips, anecdotes, and words of advice will help you find success and support within your new family. We are the Stepmoms' Club — your club — and we're here to help you.

Waiting to Be Wanted

Waiting to Be Wanted
Author: Cheryl Shumake
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2021-01-15
Genre:
ISBN: 9781736402504

Stunned speechless by isolation...struggling with the in-between...ashamed by the battle in their hearts to love their bonus children: It is not unusual for Stepmoms to be surprised by the huge chasm between what they expected and what they experience in their families. However, there is reason to take heart. God delights in plucking us out of wastelands, and satisfying our hearts with joy, purpose, peace, and Himself.Readers of Waiting to be Wanted: A Stepmom's Guide to Loving Before Being Loved, discover a vulnerable, humorous, and restorative voice in Cheryl. Utilizing biblical truth, practical tips, and personal anecdotes, she escorts stepmoms across that chasm, over roads pot-holed by chaotic blended family dynamics. Cheryl refreshes us for our journey with a resource focused on the power of God's love to heal hearts, comfort and strengthen bonus moms, and transform relationships. Stepmoms will find hope, grace, and boldness to keep loving, while they wait to be loved. Every stepmom, who has ever wondered, "Can I do this?" will hear our Heavenly Father's decisive, "Yes, you can!"

The {Un}Official Guide to Becoming an Empowered Stepmom

The {Un}Official Guide to Becoming an Empowered Stepmom
Author: Adrienne Barton
Publisher: Independently Published
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-05-03
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN:

Are you navigating the complex journey of stepmotherhood and feeling overwhelmed, confused, or undervalued? Embrace your power and transform your stepmom experience with "The {Un}official Guide to Becoming an Empowered Stepmom." Authored by two seasoned stepmom coaches, this comprehensive guide is your roadmap to reclaiming your confidence, finding your voice, and thriving in your stepfamily dynamic. Packed with practical strategies, heartfelt advice, and empowering insights, this book is designed to support you every step of the way. Discover how to navigate common challenges such as communication breakdowns, co-parenting conflicts, and feelings of isolation with grace and resilience. Learn proven techniques for setting healthy boundaries, fostering positive relationships, and prioritizing self-care amidst the demands of stepfamily life. Whether you're newly dating someone with kids from a previous relationship, a newlywed stepmom, or have been on this journey for some time, this guide is meticulously crafted to revolutionize your experience and help you become the confident, empowered stepmom you've always envisioned. Don't settle for a subpar stepmom experience! Unleash your true potential as an Empowered Stepmom! Grab your copy of "The Unofficial Guide to Becoming an Empowered Stepmom" and embark on a life-changing adventure towards stepfamily success. Here's what you'll discover within the pages of this empowering guide: Understanding Your Role: Gain a profound understanding of your role as a stepmom, embrace your unique strengths, and leverage them to foster positive relationships with your stepchildren, partner, and even ex-partner. Building Strong Bonds: Discover effective communication techniques and proven methods for building strong, loving connections with your stepchildren. Learn how to navigate common challenges, establish trust, and create a harmonious blended family environment. Self-Care and Personal Growth: Prioritize your own well-being amidst the demands of stepmotherhood. Explore self-care practices, stress management strategies, and personal growth exercises to cultivate resilience, confidence, and a positive mindset. Managing Co-Parenting Dynamics: Master the art of effective co-parenting with your partner and their ex. Learn how to navigate tricky situations, handle conflicts, and ensure the best interests of the children are always at the forefront. Overcoming Obstacles: Address common obstacles stepmoms face, including learning how to effectively communicate with your partner about stepfamily issues and how and when to step in, and when to take a step back. Discover powerful techniques to overcome these hurdles and create a thriving stepfamily environment. "The {Un}official Guide to Becoming an Empowered Stepmom" is not just a book; it's your trusted companion on your transformative journey. Packed with practical exercises and expert advice, this guide is guaranteed to empower you, boost your confidence, and help you create the harmonious, fulfilling stepfamily life you've always dreamed of.

But I'm NOT a Wicked Stepmother!

But I'm NOT a Wicked Stepmother!
Author: Kathi Lipp
Publisher: NavPress
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2015-02-19
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 1624056334

Most little girls grow up dreaming of being a mom, but hardly any of them dream of becoming a stepmom. Nevertheless, approximately one million new stepfamilies are created every year. It’s no secret, being a stepmother can be a living nightmare. But it can also be an enriching and rewarding experience—one that God can use to strengthen you, helping you survive and even thrive in the toughest job you never asked for. Written by two women who are stepmothers themselves—and know the difficulties of helping to raise someone else’s children—this book is filled with down-to-earth insights and advice for stepmothers from stepmothers. It also offers expert guidance from pastors and counselors on such issues as roles, expectations, realistic goals, organization, finances, holidays, vacations, relationships with stepchildren, negotiation, forgiveness, healing the past, building a strong marriage with stepchildren on the scene, dealing with in-laws and ex-spouses, sexual tensions in stepfamilies, health, depression, stress, and much more. While there is no magic formula to guarantee stepmother success, encouragement and practical wisdom are available in this much-needed resource.

Reviving Ophelia

Reviving Ophelia
Author: Mary Pipher, PhD
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2005-08-01
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 110107776X

#1 New York Times Bestseller The groundbreaking work that poses one of the most provocative questions of a generation: what is happening to the selves of adolescent girls? As a therapist, Mary Pipher was becoming frustrated with the growing problems among adolescent girls. Why were so many of them turning to therapy in the first place? Why had these lovely and promising human beings fallen prey to depression, eating disorders, suicide attempts, and crushingly low self-esteem? The answer hit a nerve with Pipher, with parents, and with the girls themselves. Crashing and burning in a “developmental Bermuda Triangle,” they were coming of age in a media-saturated culture preoccupied with unrealistic ideals of beauty and images of dehumanized sex, a culture rife with addictions and sexually transmitted diseases. They were losing their resiliency and optimism in a “girl-poisoning” culture that propagated values at odds with those necessary to survive. Told in the brave, fearless, and honest voices of the girls themselves who are emerging from the chaos of adolescence, Reviving Ophelia is a call to arms, offering important tactics, empathy, and strength, and urging a change where young hearts can flourish again, and rediscover and reengage their sense of self.

The Courage to be a Stepmom

The Courage to be a Stepmom
Author: Sue Patton Thoele
Publisher: Council Oak Books
Total Pages: 324
Release: 2003
Genre: Parent and child
ISBN: 9781571781291

Who's taking care of me? Popular author, psychotherapist, mother, and stepmother Sue Patton Thoele has the answer to that question. She offers practical advice and emotional support for women who find themselves in transitional families -- but it's not the usual nuts and bolts advice about such issues as dealing with hostile ex-wives or learning to effectively discipline. Instead, Thoele's book is the first to focus on stepmothers' unique emotional and spiritual needs.