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February 2012
Inside the February issue:
Seasoned Stepmoms
Learn what experienced stepmoms have in common
To Have or Not to Have…A Baby
One stepmom’s personal struggle to decide
Are You Too Busy for Romance?
Tips to reignite the spark that brought you together
Not Seeing Eye-to-Eye With Your Partner?
Here’s how to work through differing viewpoints
Legal Matters
Can a stepmom be granted custody? We explain
Crafts
Recipes
Fitness… And MORE!
Inside the January Issue
Inside the 3rd Anniversary
January Issue:
PERFECTION
Stop thinking that everything has to be perfect…and relax!
HAPPINESS
It’s not a right. It’s your responsibility.
OUR MEN
They struggle & need support (just like us).
REJUVENATE
Why it’s so important for stepmoms to recharge.
COUPLES
Relationship discussion points for you and your partner.
THE EX
Has he ever accidentally called you by her name?
CRAFTS
RECIPES
STYLE
And MORE!
Click here to download the January 2011 issue!
December 2011 Issue
Inside the December issue:
- DRAMA: A survival guide for “Messy Moments”
- Think outside the box IF YOU WANT TO QUIT
- ACCEPTANCE: Celebrating what you have
- A lesson from the men to KEEP THE PEACE
- MEDIATION 101: We explain the process
- STEPFAMILY LIFE LESSONS: From a newborn
- Holiday Gift Guide
- Staff Favorite Recipes
- Crafts with Your Stepkids & MORE!
November 2011 Issue
NOVEMBER is here and the holidays are fast approaching! We’ll help you prepare:
- MANAGING your holiday EXPECTATIONS
- YOUR STEPFAMILY BUDGET & gift giving tips
- Secrets, strategies & tips of HAPPY STEPMOMS
- GRATITUDE: Readers share why they’re thankful
- STEPDAUGHTER JEALOUSY Part 3 in our series
- EX MAKING YOU CRAZY? We can help!
- TIPS if your FAMILY ignores your STEPFAMILY
- Fall fashions, recipes, kid-crafts and MORE!
Click here to download the November 2011 issue!
October 2011 Issue
Inside the 2011 October Issue of
StepMom Magazine:
- STEPDAUGHTER JEALOUSY: Honest feedback about what really upsets his daughter.
- STEPMOM NEGATIVITY SPIRALS: How to recognize the signs you’re venting too much.
- CHILDLESS STEPMOMS: What they all have in common and what makes them so amazing!
- BUYING PEACE: The true story of one determined dad who pays his ex-wife to be cooperative.
- The 4 AGREEMENTS for STEPMOTHERS: Understanding how they can help you feel happier.
- FOR DADS: 7 ways to be an active school parent.
- A SPOOKY CRAFT & FALL RECIPES
- Expert advice, information, support & more!
- Click here to download the October 2011 issue!
Inside September 2011
Inside the September 2011 Issue of
StepMom Magazine:
- Understanding kids & loyalty binds.
- We explore stepdaughter-stepmom jealousy.
- Forgiveness: Learn how to let those grudges go!
- Stepping back - what it is, and what it isn’t.
- Why every stepmom needs a few good girlfriends.
- Recognizing the signs of an abusive relationship.
- Stepparenting teens (YES – it is harder!)
- A back-to-school craft to jazz up their lockers.
- Kid-friendly, meat-lover recipes.
- Expert advice, information, support & MORE!
August 2011
Inside the August 2011 Issue of
StepMom Magazine:
- Understanding parental alienation.
- Outsideritis: Why you feel like a third wheel.
- Adjusting to life with a new baby!
- No blame/no shame: kids & developmental issues.
- Legal: Revising custody agreements & child support.
- Dealing with your own emotional baggage.
- Your privacy Do the kids share too much w/mom?
- A cool dinosaur craft to make with your stepkids.
- Summer recipes from the garden.
- Expert advice, information, support & MORE!
July 2011 Issue
Inside the July 2011 Issue of
StepMom Magazine:
- 6 normal feelings almost all stepmoms experience
- Negative self-talk: How to break free!
- A stepdaughter’s mission to pay it forward
- “Stepmother” why the word hurts us
- Legal: How to prepare yourself for court
- Getting on the same page about money
- Prenups: Romance killer or smart idea?
- Fourth of July Crafts to make with your stepkids
- Expert advice, information, support & MORE!
June 2011 Issue
Inside the June 2011 Issue of StepMom Magazine:
- A Special “For the Dads” Edition
Articles for him that you can read together! - Father’s Day Advice from Wednesday Martin
- Surviving Wedding and Graduation Season
- How Stepmothers Can Prepare for Summer Visitation
- Legal: Are the Courts Biased Against Men?
- How To Handle Money Requests from the Kids
- Stepparenting is a Team Sport: Do it Together!
- Father’s Day Crafts to Make with Your Stepkids
- Expert advice, information, support and MORE!
May 2011 Issue
Inside the May 2011 Issue of StepMom Magazine:
- Mother’s Day: Are stepmoms really moms?
- The benefits of taking The High Road
- TIPS: When part time stepkids move in full time
- One-Night Stands: Is it easier if their mom isn’t an “ex”?
- Legal Matters: Protecting yourself against false CPS claims
- Lending Money to Your Stepkids Good Idea? or Not?
- Spring Crafts to make with your stepkids
- Party Planning recipes & tips
- Expert advice, information, support and MORE!
April 2011 Issue
Inside the April 2011 Issue of StepMom Magazine:
- Money 101 for Stepmothers
- 15 Tips to help you facilitate your own support group
- Dating a man with kids: Why you should take it SLOW!
- What smart stepmoms do differently
- The Power of CHOICE in a stepmother’s life
- Stepfamily Life…you CAN live happily ever after!
- Easter crafts to make with your stepkids
- Mediterranean-inspired recipes
- Stepmom advice, information and support
And more!
Inside the March 2011 Issue
Inside the March 2011 Issue of StepMom Magazine:
- Are HAPPY STEPMOMS smarter or just LUCKY?
- Why it’s harder for childless stepmothers
- House Rules: Take the conflict out of disciplining his kids
- A Child’s Perspective: What they hear when you speak
- Monkey in the Middle - and other games parents shouldn’t play
- Long-distance love, marriage & stepparenting
- St. Patrick’s Day CRAFTS for your stepkids
- STYLISH STEPMOM: warmer weather wardrobe tips
- Thai & Indian recipes
- Stepmom advice, information and support…
…and much more!
Inside the February 2011 Issue
Inside the February 2011 Issue of StepMom Magazine:
-Meet Lisa: February’s beautiful Cover Girl!
-SEX & why stepcouples should be doing it a lot!
-10 Tips to staying married when your spouse has teens
-The 5 most significant stepfamily issues…explained!
-Our legal editor answers “Who pays for college?”
-Stepkids & Discipline: what YOU need to know
-Understand your Love Language & rekindle your relationship
-Adult Stepchildren: Why older isn’t always easier
-RECIPES for a romantic evening
-Valentine’s Day CRAFTS you can do with your stepkids
-AND MORE!