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Three Must Read/See/Do’s for Stepmoms

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

leah_sam_1 Ladies,

The following article by Wednesday Martin, web series by Claudette Chenevert and radio show by Peggy Nolan and Erin Erickson are MUSTS!

Enjoy!
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1) SOCIAL SUPPORT- that’s “friends” to you and me- IS YOUR SECRET WEAPON

“In a stressful situation your best bet may well be to find some supportive friends, and then hang on like hell.”

Expert advice from friend and colleague Wednesday Martin, author of Stepmonster. Read the full article HERE

2) THOUGHT OF THE WEEK SERIES by Claudette Chenevert, Coaching Steps

It is important to be completely aware of the messages that you are sending through your body language, choice of words, and even your tone of voice. We speak volumes with our facial expressions, even by the way we look or don’t look at the other person.

Keep in mind that your words account for only 7% of the message you are sending. That means that 93% of your communication is through your body language and the tone of your voice.

55% of the message you communicate is through your non-verbal cues – your body language. Your facial expressions and your posture actually say more to the other person than the words you speak.

38% of what you are communicating is expressed through your voice. When speaking, your tone of voice emphasizes and validates what you are really feeling.

Next time you have something important to say, consider not just your words, but also the message you are conveying through your non-verbal communication; it speaks the loudest of all.

Claudette Chenevert is the Stepmom Coach and founder of Coaching Steps LLC. She can help you navigate the untraditional path of stepparenthood. Get tools for creating the family life of your dreams by visiting http://www.coachingsteps.com/7steps/

3) BLOG TALK DIVA RADIO

Are you at your wits end being a stepmom? Tired of feeling like you’re doing everything and get nothing in return? Are you tired of playing second best to your husband’s kids and their mother? Want to learn WHY you feel the way you do? Join Peggy Nolan and Erin Erickson dish tips, tools and advice with Wednesday Martin.

Monday, March 1st from 8:00pm – 11:00pm

To listen to the show and call in with your questions FOLLOW THIS LINK

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4) STEPMOM MAGAZINE GIFT SHOP

The StepMom Magazine’s Gift Shop is open for business! Travel mugs, t-shirts, grocery totes and even doggie tank-tops!  

Start shopping HERE

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Free reMarriage Webinar

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

bisacre_head_shotreMarriage Magazine and Paula Bisacre invite you to attend a FREE Live Training Webinar presented by Positive Parenting Solutions.
 
THE ART OF CONSEQUENCES
Thursday, February 4, 2010
9-10 PM EST

Who Should Attend: Stepparents and parents of children ages 1-16 who want to reduce parenting stress and learn concrete solutions to correct misbehavior without nagging, reminding or yelling.

What You’ll Learn: Amy McCready, Founder of Positive Parenting Solutions will present a strategy-packed, interactive, live online webinar designed to teach you…

* the real reasons behind child misbehavior
* how stepparent & parent personality priority can encourage, even escalate misbehavior
* why you, your spouse, and/or your ex need to know the difference between punishment and consequences
* the proven formula for holding kids and stepkids accountable for behavior without YOU or your spouse being the bad guy
* how to structure effective consequences that parent, stepparent and kids can agree on

You’ll also discover new resources to reduce parenting stress as you correct misbehavior, increase blended family cooperation and communication and get everyone, including stepparents and exes, on the same page.

And, you will be able to join in on the discussion via text chat with Amy and Paula Bisacre, publisher of reMarriage Magazine as we answer your questions.

Date: Thursday, February 4, 2010

Time: 9:00 – 10:00 p.m. Eastern

Access: All you need is a computer with a speaker to hear the presentation. We’ll send you the log in instructions.

How It Works:   Click HERE to register   You’ll receive an email confirmation with the link to access the webinar. When you “enter” the webinar, you’ll see the session slides on your screen as well as a video box to see the presenter – but we won’t be able to see you! You can use the chat box to type questions or make comments.

Cost: No charge for participants at the live event.

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Austin Stepmoms January Meet Up

Thursday, January 14th, 2010

toastTHE REAL STEPMOMS OF TRAVIS COUNTY NEW YEAR MEET UP

Come Celebrate a New Year and New Friends.

When: TONIGHT! Thursday, January 14

Where: VINO VINO, 4119 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78751

When: 7pm

Contact:Izzy Rose at izzyrose@stepmothersmilk.com or got to meetup.com for more details

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The 3 Biggest Mistakes Stepfamilies Make

Tuesday, December 8th, 2009

helpwantedFREE TELESEMINAR: THE 3 BIGGEST MISTAKES STEPFAMILIES MAKE

TONIGHT, Wednesday, Dec 9 at 8:00 pm EST

• Are you wondering what it takes to make your stepfamily work?
• Are you tired of all the chaos that’s in your family?
• Are you ready to step up and make the changes that are needed to turn this family around?

Join Life Coach, Claudette Chenevert, creator of Coaching Steps, for a free 60 minute teleseminar where she’ll discuss:

• some of the leading myths that keep stepfamilies from moving forward
• why it’s important to have a family vision
• understanding what sets stepfamilies apart

Sign up NOW!

Claudette Chenevert is a Life Coach & Certified Stepfamily Foundation Coach

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The Dr. Phil Show: Moms Vs. Stepmoms

Tuesday, December 1st, 2009

jen_carol2 Jennifer and her ex-husband’s new wife, Carol, hated each other for two years, until one pivotal moment changed their relationship forever…

Today on The Dr. Phil Show, colleagues Jennifer Newcomb Marine and Carol Marine, authors of No One’s the Bitch: A Ten-Step Plan for the Mother and Stepmother Relationship, discuss how they went from unlikely friends to cooperative co-parents.

With 1,300 stepfamilies forming every day in the U.S., just what are the boundaries for a stepmother when it comes to parenting? Jen and Carol discuss what you can do to ensure a happy and healthy extended family.

Today’s show is a fantastic opportunity to get a broader dialogue going concerning dual-family issues. Watch the show and leave a viewer comment.

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