We grew up on Disney stories where stepmothers were painted as wicked, cruel, and downright evil. No wonder so many of us stepped into this role carrying cultural baggage we didn’t even realize was there. But here’s the truth: you don’t have to live out the villain script.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the real struggles stepmoms face—feeling invisible, powerless, or like an outsider in your own home—and why those challenges don’t define you. We’ll talk about the “Nacho” method, boundaries, emotional labor, and even those pesky Disney stereotypes. And most importantly, we’ll reframe what it means to be a bonus parent: not a stand-in, not “less than,” but the leading lady of your own story.
This one is for every step-parent who’s ever wondered if their role matters. Spoiler alert: It does. More than you think.
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