What happens when you don't have the same beliefs or background as your stepchildren? Author Rachel Edwards and other stepmums join Katie Harrison to share their stories of the challenges and judgement.

Katie Harrison talks to two stepdads to see how family life is different for them compared to stepmums. They talk about gender roles and the impact it has on stepfamily dynamics.

Social psychologist Dr Sandra Wheatley speaks to Katie Harrison about how stepmums can mentally prepare for Christmas. They talk about some of the challenges that stepmums face in the run up to Christmas.