LeAnn Rimes says being a stepmother has “pushed her buttons”

She said: "When I was first around the kids, I didn't know what was expected of me. Little things that were so childlike about them that I didn't have about me. It's been a really big learning experience for me. It's pushed my buttons, which has always made me look and see where I need more healing on myself.”

And the ‘How Do I Live’ singer says it’s “rewarding” to see her husband’s children grow up, as they now bring “so much joy” to her life.

She said: “It's been really rewarding to see them grow up, and know that I have a part in that. That responsibility, to help raise kids, it's something that hits you really hard. It was something I was up for the challenge of. They bring so much joy to my life, and it's a new experience every day.”

The ‘Can’t Fight The Moonlight’ hitmaker believes “parenting is challenging”, but says seeing the two boys – whose mother is Eddie’s ex-wife, Brandi Glanville – happy makes it all worth it.

She told Refinery29: "I think parenting is challenging, period. I didn't really have a childhood, so for me it's interesting to be around kids that get to be kids. They were 2 and 6 when I was first around them, and now they are 10 and 13. To be around them, and to watch them have a childhood, it's been amazing to see. I greatly appreciate the fact that they have that piece of their lives, and we try to keep that part of their lives alive as much as possible.”