Hosts Amelia and Adrienne talk about what they feel have been some of the hardest parts of being a stepmom. They share their personal experiences, from dealing with different parenting styles in blended families to managing relationships with stepchildren. The conversation highlights the importance of ego, acceptance, and understanding in navigating the complexities of stepparenting. This candid discussion aims to provide stepmoms with insights, support, and the realization that they are not alone in their journey.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Hardest Part of Being a Stepmom:

• • Amelia discusses the challenge of not having control over how children are parented in different homes.

  • Emphasis on accepting different parenting styles and trusting that other parents love the kids equally.

  • Adrienne talks about the role of ego and the importance of recognizing that different ways of parenting are not necessarily wrong, but different.

• Ongoing Journey and Self-Reflection:

• • The hosts highlight the continuous nature of stepparenting, emphasizing that there's no final destination.

• Easiest Part of Blended Families:

• • Both hosts reflect on the surprisingly smooth blending of their families.

RESOURCES & LINKS:

Course: https://www.theartofblendedchaos.com/thestepmomstore/p/the-sovereign-stepmom

Website: theartofblendedchaos.com

YouTube: @StepmomUnfiltered

FOLLOW:

The Art of Blended Chaos: @theartofblendedchaos

Amelia: @amelia.lane.stepparentcoach

Adrienne: @adrienne.stepmomcoach