As a stepmother myself and TTC I think brings different challenges that others don't understand. Who is with me? What challenges have you faced being a stepmother? What joys? I have an amazing 8 year old stepson and my husband and I are ttc for the first time (no children of our own). Dealing with his ex is our biggest source of stress. And I feel a bit jealous (and sad) that she was able to get pregnant by him (years ago...accidentally) and we haven't had any luck yet. But my stepson is an awesome, loving and fun kid and we love spending time together.