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S3, Ep 8. Marrying a widower, and being part of an extended family who won't accept you

Season 3 Episode 8

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In this episode Katie talks to Jane*

Jane's husband is a widower and Jane is a stepmum to a 13 year old daughter.

Jane and Katie chat about the complexities of dating, and marrying a widower. 
We discuss navigating creating a new home and family, whilst keeping Jane's stepdaughter's mum's memory alive. 

We talk about how Jane and her stepdaughter's relationship has developed over time, how Jane is really clear she isn't trying to replace her stepdaughter's Mum and how she's had to teach her Husband not to e a Disney Dad!

Jane shares how marrying a widower can mean you are often compared to someone who's seen as "perfect" and how this made her feel.

A great conversation for all stepmums, not just those who are in a relationship with a widower!




*Not her real name

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