Living (and Surviving) that Stepmom Life with Jamie Scrimgeour

After finding herself wearing some serious stepmama shoes just a few years back, Jamie Scrimgeour, a former Child Protection Worker, realized very quickly that there just wasn't enough resources for women who needed help learning how to do the stepmom thing. Fast forward a few years, three stepkids, and one biological child later, and Jamie is working with women all over the world to help them stepparent with ease and confidence. In this episode we talk about: How to overcome some of the more common challenges of stepparenting How to not take the little things personally Understanding your role in the mix of ex wives and their children Advice for enjoying it all Jamie is a proud wife, mother and stepmom who has always been passionate about supporting others in living the best life possible. With a BA (Hons) in Psychology and a diploma in Social Services, prior to taking time off to welcome her daughter into the world, Jamie enjoyed her career in Child Protection.  Upon becoming a stepmom, she was disappointed at the lack of positive, solution-focused support for stepmoms. This motivated Jamie to start her own method of supporting stepmoms. In her blog, podcast and videos Jamie talks candidly about all things motherhood, step-motherhood, entrepreneurship and living a KICK-ASS Life.  Jamie is on a mission to inspire women to thrive amongst the tough stuff in life - whatever that may be.  Jamie’s content has reached stepmoms internationally and has been featured on popular blogging websites including The Huffington Post Divorce, About.com, Mum.info and the Motherish. Learn more about Jamie, and her exclusive Stepmom Community here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices