Dear Valued Users,
It's with a heavy heart that we announce the permanent closure of StepTalk.org on August 31st, 2025.
This decision wasn't an easy one. For over twenty years, StepTalk has been a source of support for stepparents around the world! However, over the years, the costs associated with maintaining and upgrading the site to remain secure, meet current standards and maintain availability have become unsustainable.
We are incredibly grateful for your support, contributions and the community you've helped us build. Your engagement has made StepTalk.org a special place and we cherish the memories and connections made here.
We would especially like to thank Aniki for volunteering to be a moderator and for caring so much.
Thank you for being a part of our journey and we wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
Dawn and The StepTalk Team
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I think probably everyone on
I think probably everyone on here said the same thing... I wish I'd known about this site a long time ago! It can definitely be a life-saver (or at least a sanity-saver) when you have this great bunch of folks listening, advising and supporting you. I know a lot of us wrote in that you should get out now, but it's easy to give that kind of advice when you're on the outside looking in. It's a whole lot harder to do when it's YOUR life. Whatever you decide to do about your situation, you're among friends here and sometimes just ranting and raving here is enough to help us all get through the really tough times. WELCOME!
~ Anne ~
"Nobody can make you feel inferior without your permission."
-Eleanor Roosevelt
We're here for YOU
Remember that - bottom line, we're here for YOU. Not for your husband, not for your kids. Of course we'll try to keep their best interests in mind but we're here for YOU first and foremost.
Like Anne said, it's easy for us to give advice for you to run or give up but we're not in your situation. The breadth of your feelings is something we have no concept of. We can read and make assessments but it is you who has to put it all together and do what you feel in your heart is best for you.
The best of luck to you.
*~So sayeth Nymh~*