Every couple needs to talk about their values related to money and how they will create a shared vision for combining incomes and debt while planning for the future care of their children.
Blended Families
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.
Show stepchildren love and fair treatment while staying true to your biological kids.
How we craft moments that draw us closer together
How will your stepteens celebrate Father’s Day this year? The support you give them can lead to a memorable celebration — and to a better bond for your family.
Is your desire for recognition distorting how you see your relationship with your stepkids?
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.
Do your kids feel overlooked? Try these simple ways to give them one-on-one attention.
As a single parent, I orbited around my kids’ lives, but that wasn’t healthy for me … or for them.
Read about one man’s decision to put his kids first.
Help your child continue leaning on God through prayer, especially in the midst of family division.
Managing finances in a blended family is complicated because of the interconnected relationships. Some of the traditionally accepted advice may not work, and new strategies are often necessary.
Bonding as a blended family means earning one another’s trust. One family learned that the process is surprisingly similar to bonding with a tiny pet marsupial.
Parents who are in a second marriage often have to make difficult choices. But they can’t afford to let their fear of what an ex might do overrun their commitment to their current marriage.
Get insights into your relationships as you adjust to your new role as a stepmother.
Most remarried couples can beat the odds of divorce and build a successful blended family if they know how to overcome the unique barriers to marital intimacy in a blended family.
Be intentional when blending families to smooth the process.
Tips for blending stepfamilies.