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The Stepmom Club Podcast – Episode 17 – Stepparenting with Multiple Bio-Moms

8 Nov

I’m super stoked to be bringing you this episode – Episode #17 – with Bethany Allen, a stepmama to three girls and mom to a little boy and another little one on the way! (This post may contain affiliate links) EPISODE 17 – Stepparenting with Multiple Bio-Moms In this episode of the ... Read More about The Stepmom Club Podcast – Episode 17 – Stepparenting with Multiple Bio-Moms

Get Over Yourself and Get In the Photo

personal

4 Nov

Alba Lumos Photography (Before I begin, let me just say that I'd hope it's obvious that I'm not speaking to folks who have religious, spiritual, or mental-health related reasons for not wanting to be in photographs. I respect that people know themselves best in that regard. This isn't for ... Read More about Get Over Yourself and Get In the Photo

The Stepmom Club Podcast Episode 16 – “Step” Isn’t a Bad Word

Podcast· stepmotherhood

1 Nov

On today’s episode of The Stepmom Club Podcast I talk about why I don't think "step" is a bad word and ways to communicate about the words you use to describe your family. EPISODE 16: "STEP" ISN'T A BAD WORD You can listen to The Stepmom Club Podcast below or on iTunes! If you enjoy it, ... Read More about The Stepmom Club Podcast Episode 16 – “Step” Isn’t a Bad Word

The Stepmom Club Podcast Episode 15 – Building Marriage on a Foundation of Adversity

Podcast· stepmotherhood

25 Oct

I’m so excited to be bringing you this episode – Episode #15 – with Brianna Heida, a mama to four kiddos (two bio, two bonus) in the beautiful chaos of a blended family. She hosts the Creative Salvation podcast, and runs Painted Prayers, a nonprofit that teaches art as a spiritual practice. Ever the ... Read More about The Stepmom Club Podcast Episode 15 – Building Marriage on a Foundation of Adversity

Dear Church: Stop Calling Families “Broken”

faith· Marriage· personal· stepmotherhood

26 Sep

Laura Marie Duncan Photography Hey church, I understand that when you use the term "broken families" it's because your hearts are hurting for the people going through divorce or separation or conflict with their spouses. It's because you're aching with sadness for the children who won't be ... Read More about Dear Church: Stop Calling Families “Broken”