Tag: stepmom

I’m going to put it bluntly. Being a child of divorce is difficult. There are many wonderful things that stepparents bring into our lives and more often than not we’re glad that our parents are separated. The dynamics of building a new family, however, are challenging. Consider that 1 in 4 marriages involve a remarriage and you’ll realize just how many stepparents there are. Although there are many books and resources available for new stepparents, I’ve found very limited resources for teenagers and adult children.

Are you one of those women who have always dreamed of the perfect Mother’s Day, while each year is sorely disappointing? Instead of blaming your husband and family for not taking the lead, be gently proactive and call the shots yourself this year.

It’s important to remember that husbands (and children) cannot read your mind without a few subtle hints. Many moms don’t care what the day brings as long as her family remembers. Others may have a very specific idea in mind.