A last wish, a willing heart, and a little time together have bonded my blended family.
Step-Parenting
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.
Develop consistency in your day-to-day activities, especially during the chaos of joint custody.
Learning how to manage Christmas after divorce can be overwhelming and devastating. Explore this story of overcoming divorce differences.
Get insights into your relationships as you adjust to your new role as a stepmother.
Help your kids as they change homes and re-establish routines during the school year.
When it comes to showing affection, let your stepchild set the pace.
Sometimes you have to start by doing what’s right and good by your stepkids (even when you don’t initially like them).
