Featured on XO Marriage: How a Step-parent Can be a Positive Support to Your Stepchildren

Sure, I can be a stepdad; how hard can it be? If I only knew what I needed to know, my first question would be drastically different. Over ten years as a stepparent, I’ve experienced many seasons with my stepson. Some seasons, where he wanted me more involved and closer to the vest, so to speak, and other seasons where he’s had me at an arm’s distance. Seasons of intense joy followed by extreme frustration.  Seasons when I thought I’ve nailed it as a stepdad and others when I seriously questioned my parenting ability.

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