For the sake of your blended family, don’t give up! Learn how to create new memories, when you don’t get the luxury of old traditions.
Blended Family
How one couple trusted God when their teenager decided to live with the other parent
If you believe the best in your spouse, you can replace negative thoughts with the truth and bless your marriage.
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.
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.
Help kids through the angst of switching homes, even when you feel discouraged at the idea of packing off your children to the other parent for the summer.
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?
The Clausens found that by leaving the past behind, they were able to build happy memories as a family.
The Kolman family learned that adoption is often a mixture of gratitude and sadness.
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.
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.
Your stepchildren need you to model healthy affection with your spouse in front of them, no matter what they say.
Be intentional when blending families to smooth the process.
Tips for blending stepfamilies.
