Imposter syndrome doesn’t just show up at work—it shows up at home too, especially in stepmotherhood. In this episode, I’m joined by guest host Lauren Weeks, a long-distance stepmom, to have an honest, validating conversation about imposter syndrome as a stepmom and the quiet doubts so many stepmothers carry.

We explore what it feels like to love children you don’t live with full-time, question your role in a family you joined later, and wonder if you truly belong. Lauren shares her experience navigating long-distance stepmotherhood, emotional distance, comparison, and the pressure to “get it right” when you’re not always physically present.


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Becoming a stepmom is a life-changing journey; one that comes with challenges no one really prepares you for. In this video, I share 5 things I wish I knew before becoming a stepmom, including the emotional realities, mindset shifts, and hard lessons that shaped my experience in a blended family.

Whether you’re new to stepmotherhood, thinking about becoming a stepmom, or already deep in the stepparenting journey, this video offers honest insight, validation, and encouragement. We talk about boundaries, expectations, emotional exhaustion, relationship dynamics, and the growth that happens when you stop trying to be perfect.



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This week on The Stepparenting Network, Lina Shine talks about how instant gratification feels good in the moment, but over time, it can quietly damage even the healthiest relationships. In this video, we unpack how the need for immediate validation, quick fixes, and emotional shortcuts is hurting communication, trust, and long-term connection in relationships.

Whether you’re navigating marriage, stepparenting, blended families, or long-term partnerships, this conversation sheds light on why patience, emotional regulation, and intentional effort matter more than ever. You’ll learn how instant gratification shows up in everyday relationship dynamics and what to do instead if you want a deeper, lasting connection.

Like, subscribe, and comment below: Where do you see instant gratification showing up in relationships today?

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