Stay In Your Lane

Blended Fatherhood

In this episode of Blended Fatherhood, host James Ferris talks about the ambiguous nature of the role of a stepparent. He explains that the title of father or mother can feel hollow or even lead to feelings of impostor syndrome. He acknowledges that the situation can be different if both spouses have stepchildren, as it can lead to a connection and shared understanding. However, he focuses on the unique challenges of being the only stepparent in a blended family, as it can lead to awkwardness and a lack of understanding from other family members. James encourages listeners to talk about their unique challenges and feelings to help combat the ambiguity of their roles as stepparents.