In this episode, Alicia tackles a common, yet often tricky, part of stepmom life: having your stepkids come back home from college. If you’re feeling torn between enjoying the holiday reunion and dreading the disruption to your routine, this episode is for you! Alicia dives into real strategies for setting respectful boundaries and practical ground rules, so everyone can enjoy their time together (without you losing your mind).
What You’ll Learn:
- How to set boundaries with college-age stepkids in a way that feels fair and respectful.
- Tips for managing household routines and responsibilities while they’re home.
- Ways to handle pushback when they’re not exactly on board with the new rules.
- Self-care tips for stepmoms during the college break period.
- How to make the most of this time and find some positives in this phase of life.
FREE RESOURCE: 10 Tips To Get Through the Holidays
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