{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"122: Mother\u2019s Day for Stepmoms: How to Handle the Hurt, Expectations & Plan Your Day","description":"If Mother\u2019s Day feels more painful than joyful as a stepmom\u2026 you\u2019re not alone. While everyone else is celebrating, many stepmoms are left feeling unseen, unacknowledged, or unsure where they fit. In this episode, Cameron Normand breaks down why Mother\u2019s Day for stepmoms can feel so heavy\u2014and reminds you that it\u2019s not because you\u2019re doing anything wrong. More importantly, you\u2019ll walk away with a simple, empowering plan to help you navigate the day with more clarity, confidence, and peace. In This Episode, We Talk About: Why Mother\u2019s Day hits differently in blended families The hidden grief and expectation gap stepmoms experience The truth about validation (and why it\u2019s not a measure of your worth) A simple plan to take back control of your Mother\u2019s Day You deserve to feel seen\u2014on Mother\u2019s Day and every day. Hit play to go into this year feeling supported, grounded, and a little less alone. Resources Mentioned Join us for The Stepmom Soir\u00e9e \u2014 a free virtual party for stepmoms who deserve to be celebrated, full stop. It\u2019s the party that Mother\u2019s Day forgot to throw you!  Want to join us where you can take the time to find yourself again? Get on the waitlist for The Stepmom Retreat happening Nov. 6-8, 2026 in Siesta Key, Florida! Stepfamily Circle Membership \u2013 A supportive community for stepmoms who want help navigating conversations with stepkids, partners, and exes - without losing themselves in the process. Inside, you\u2019ll find coaching, real-life examples, and space to practice these conversations so you\u2019re not guessing anymore. Love The Stepmom Diaries? Please consider rating and reviewing The Stepmom Diaries on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Your feedback helps the show grow and reach more blended families who need honest conversations like this one. ","author_name":"The Stepmom Diaries Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/stepfamilysolutions.com\/podcast","html":"