Post by Jenna on Oct 18, 2017 19:44:02 GMT
Welcome to UK Stepmums,
The aims of the forum are simple really, here you will find a place where us Step-mum's (and Step-dad's) can support each other through the highs and lows of step-parenting!
Nothing is taboo, this is where we can all share our experiences, worries and stresses in a non-judgemental environment.
Whether you love being a step-mum or hate it, think your step-children are little angels, little demons or somewhere in-between ... there is someone else who feels the same way and if we support each other then hopefully the ride will be much smoother.. or if not at least we will have a shoulder to cry on!
The reason behind the forum..?
Who do you turn to?
During one of my 'melt downs', I found that I had no-one to turn to who genuinely knew how I was feeling and who is in a similar situation.
I searched the internet and the only things I found were general parenting advice forums, these forums are fantastic, however I wouldn't feel confident posting how I really feel on one of those in fear of being judged by those who think step-parenting should be rosy!
Actually, that's not the only thing I found... I also found other Step-mums looking for somewhere to find support and advice!
There is nowhere to prepare you on how to become a step-mum or what to expect .. what is the role of a step-mum, what is expected of me?
So .. What I need is a forum where I can say how I really feel, ask advice and support from other step-mums, share my highs and my lows.. offer others advice and share my experiences.. I want to talk to people who understand that feeling when your stepson asks you for a kiss at bedtime which makes you feel all fuzzy inside, or how I sometimes feel like my own children have to sacrifice their quality mummy time, which of course makes me feel like the worst mum in the world! All these wants and needs and there isn't such a place
...
So what did I do? .. I made one and here we are
I hope you enjoy this forum and I look forward to chatting with you !
Jenna xx
The aims of the forum are simple really, here you will find a place where us Step-mum's (and Step-dad's) can support each other through the highs and lows of step-parenting!
Nothing is taboo, this is where we can all share our experiences, worries and stresses in a non-judgemental environment.
Whether you love being a step-mum or hate it, think your step-children are little angels, little demons or somewhere in-between ... there is someone else who feels the same way and if we support each other then hopefully the ride will be much smoother.. or if not at least we will have a shoulder to cry on!
The reason behind the forum..?
Who do you turn to?
During one of my 'melt downs', I found that I had no-one to turn to who genuinely knew how I was feeling and who is in a similar situation.
I searched the internet and the only things I found were general parenting advice forums, these forums are fantastic, however I wouldn't feel confident posting how I really feel on one of those in fear of being judged by those who think step-parenting should be rosy!
Actually, that's not the only thing I found... I also found other Step-mums looking for somewhere to find support and advice!
There is nowhere to prepare you on how to become a step-mum or what to expect .. what is the role of a step-mum, what is expected of me?
So .. What I need is a forum where I can say how I really feel, ask advice and support from other step-mums, share my highs and my lows.. offer others advice and share my experiences.. I want to talk to people who understand that feeling when your stepson asks you for a kiss at bedtime which makes you feel all fuzzy inside, or how I sometimes feel like my own children have to sacrifice their quality mummy time, which of course makes me feel like the worst mum in the world! All these wants and needs and there isn't such a place
... So what did I do? .. I made one and here we are
I hope you enjoy this forum and I look forward to chatting with you !
Jenna xx
