Merriam-Webster defines a blended family as, “a family that includes children of a previous marriage of one spouse or both.” This is not a term I ever heard growing up, nor did I think I would end up a part of a blended family. But life had other plans for me, and I can honestly say that I’ve never been happier! Although blended families present their own unique challenges (divorce, co-parenting, learning how to be a stepparent, and helping step siblings adjust, to name a few), it is my goal to talk about all of that in a positive manner and shed light on something that many people shy away from discussing.
My husband and I welcomed our twin girls into our family on February 23rd, 2026. And then, we were officially a family of seven… I think. See, it’s a little more complicated when you’re a blended family. I’ve written numerous times about how tricky it can be to be a stepmom (read here, here, here, … More And Then There Were Seven…
Learning to cope with the uncertainty inherent in being part of a blended family has prepared me to handle uncertainty in every other aspect of my life, too. In just a few weeks, I will have my last “first day of law school,” and in December, I will graduate, officially becoming Megan Eldredge, JD. After … More One Day at a Time
I will never forget my first Christmas alone after I got divorced. Because my separation happened in the beginning of November, I knew that the upcoming holiday season would be tough. I would be showing up to Thanksgiving dinner alone, Christmas parties alone, and more holiday events, all alone. I wasn’t necessarily ready to announce … More What the Holidays Are Like as a Blended Family
For us, the day was about more than just Kevin and I getting married; it was about us becoming a family, starting a new chapter in our lives, and committing to working on our marriage and family for forever. … More Our Blended Family Wedding
When divorce and parenting become intertwined, there can be lots of strong feelings. If there’s one thing I’ve learned through this process, though, is that I’m extremely grateful to co-parent with someone who is as equally committed to my daughter’s happiness as I am. … More Why We’re Committed to Peaceful Co-Parenting
I stared blankly at the homework assignment, stumped and unsure of what the correct answer was. This is a feeling I’ve gotten used to since starting law school over a month ago; I often stare at my homework in a confused haze, wondering what it even means. But this instance was weird because I was … More Love Makes A Family
Step by Step Parenting 