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There are a LOT of links in our
stepparent links area, so don't forget
to check them out if you are looking for more stepparenting advice.
Bonus Moms
A new vocabulary for blended families was born when the author and her
stepdaughter's mom tried to come up with a new word to describe
stepparenting - the Bonus Family. Lots of articles and advice. A great
site to visit!
Childless Stepmoms
If you are a stepmom who didn't bring children into your marriage, then
this site has a sympathetic ear for you! It highlights the special
challenges faced by childless stepmoms trying to adjust to life in a
stepfamily. Includes discussion boards and lots of room for sharing.
Cool Steppie's Place
A website by a not-so-wicked stepmom! Karon Goodman - Stepmom/Writer
A writer focusing on stepfamily issues, Karon Goodman is the author of
"The Stepmom's Guide to Simplifying Your Life" in addition to other books.
She offers a free monthly e-newsletter with book reviews and encouragement
and is currently working on a book about prayer for stepmoms. Check out
our review of Goodman's "The Stepmom's Guide to Simplifying Your Life."
Life in a Blender
A group of bio-moms and stepmoms who strive to be focused on the good of
the kids and share their own experiences. Chat room and message board
available for swapping stories and requesting advice.
The Other Mothers - Artwork for
Stepmoms
An online art gallery featuring works about stepmotherhood. Includes the
stepmom's pledge, and little sayings on graphics. The humor can be a
little wacky and this unique site shows stepmom-hood for what it really
is. Second
Wives Cafe
One of the most active sites for chatting online about the realities of
stepfamily living, this site focuses on building an online community to support
second wives. Membership for this site is free. Many first-person articles
by stepmoms are available. Articles with family
therapists and attorneys on stepfamily issues like relationships and child
support are helpful. They have great links to legal resources
and other sites.
Second Wives Club
This site is loaded with resources for second wives. A
subscription is required to access its articles, advice for
new stepmoms, web boards, e-books and more. They also carry
TheStepfamilyLife columns!
Stepfamilies & Parenting
A site by a real-life stepmom. Lots of quotes, humor and parenting links.
Stepmom's Corner
An occasional online column written by Susan Wilkins-Hubley, founder of The Second
Wives Club.
Stepmom
Retreat
They've stopped updating this site, but it offers some comforting
information.
Stepmoms Penpal Network
Find a mentor, or just someone to share your struggles and joys with.
Stepmom Station
This site offers free membership for stepmoms and
provides a safe place to talk and share. Essays by stepmoms add an extra
personal touch to the site.
Stepmother's Day
Celebrated the Sunday after Mother's Day - after a stepdaughter asked to
celebrate with her stepmom.
Stepmothers in
Fairy Tales
If you have ever wondered where all of those evil stepmother ideas come
from, check out this list of wicked stepmothers in fairy tales.
You Are
Not Alone
A page written by a Christian stepmom for stepmoms. |