Step-Parenting

Many people assume that stepparenting is the sole responsibility of the stepparent. On the contrary, it is a two-person task.

Learning how to manage Christmas after divorce can be overwhelming and devastating. Explore this story of overcoming divorce differences.

Help your kids as they change homes and re-establish routines during the school year.

A last wish, a willing heart, and a little time together have bonded my blended family.

My son, Ben, didn’t accept his new dad at first. It was one of our first step-parent problems. Jealousy, pride and stubbornness kept them from bonding.

Why stepparents need to respect physical boundaries

I wanted to fix my stepson’s problems. But I had to accept that they weren’t my problems to fix. It took some time for me to realize this. Here are some truths I have learned about letting go.

Stepsibling jealousy can be subtle, volatile and destructive, but detecting it isn’t difficult if you know what to look for.

Get insights into your relationships as you adjust to your new role as a stepmother.

Patience helped one man earn a place in his stepdaughter’s heart.

Sometimes you have to start by doing what’s right and good by your stepkids (even when you don’t initially like them).

When it comes to showing affection, let your stepchild set the pace.

What does a new stepdad do when kids need discipline?

How to discover your place in your stepchild’s life.

Teens with a stepmom or stepdad need help learning how to manage the emotions surrounding a new stepfamily and how to adjust to having a stepparent and stepsiblings.

It wasn’t easy, but I did grow to accept the woman my dad remarried.

Contrary to what you may think, stepparenting is a two-person task. Learn how both parents can positively shape their stepfamily’s future while also cultivating their present too.