“ I want this local meetup because I live with my boyfriend and his two kids and while i love them all, it is difficult to explain to my boyfriend how challenging it is being the 2nd pseudo wife and to feel like we always have to defer our happiness. ”

“ We all grow up with an idea of how to be a Bio-Mom... far fewer people have successfully balanced a blended family. I'm hoping to learn from moms who make it work and share my experiences, hopes & frustrations with other women in similar situations. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am just beginning as a step mom - would like other step moms ideas and experience. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am living with my boyfriend and his two kids. I'd like to meet some professional women in similar situations to share what works and what doesn't. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a young professional with no kids, engaged to a man with two little girls. I want to find like-situationed women who I can share my thoughts and feelings with! ”

“ I want these local Meetups because my boyfriends 17 year old daughter wont stop treating me and my 10 year old mean and unkind and her father does not know how to follow up on consequenses. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I would like to meet other step-mom's who might be in my similar situation with their boyfriend/husband having full custody of their children. ”