Dear Dr. Tracy Resentment, Confidence, and Coping with the Stepmom Role – with Christina Nelson
In this episode, I sit down with Christina Nelson, a social worker and creator of the Radical Stepmoms podcast.
Cristina is passionate about providing support to stepmoms and assisting them in getting unstuck so they can build the love and life they desire.
Together, we take a deeper look at the realities of being a stepmom and open up an honest conversation to discuss resentment, responsibilities, and dynamics within the stepmotherhood role.
In this episode, we discuss:
- How stepmotherhood changes and challenges your identity
- The negative representation of stepmoms in the media
- Processing the grief and your initial expectations of motherhood
- How to find confidence in your place and power in the stepmom role
- The feeling of resentment and how to process through it
- Addressing your needs and advocating for yourself when moving into a set family dynamic
- Practicing open communication and boundary setting
- The definition of "disengaging" and how to practice it
- Tips to strengthen your relationship with your partner
EPISODE LINKS:
The Radical Stepmoms Podcast Instagram
The Radical Stepmoms Podcast Website
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