With Mother’s Day just a few days away, many children will be out looking for a special card or gift for their mom. The card stores are filled with cards for wonderful biological mothers, but it will not be easy … Read More
As a counselor, parent, and stepparent, I understand that even great relationships take work to remain strong. The couples heading up blended families face some particularly predictable potholes in the road ahead. But there are ways to navigate the challenges. … Read More
Thinking of getting married to someone with children, and perhaps you are bringing children into the marriage as well? STOP! Read this first. Today, blended families are more the rule than the exception. But the divorce rate among second … Read More
In most relationships we hear things like: “He is not on the same page as I am.” In fact, in my book He Said She Said I Said, 7 Keys to Relationship Success, one client said that he didn’t even … Read More
I am all for blended families. There are many positives to be gained. Of course, sometimes it is just not possible. For example, your husband or wife may have kids from a past marriage who are unwilling or unable to … Read More
Stepparent advice to help make your blended family less stressful and create a more positive outcome. In an article written by Alesha Thomas, contributing writer for Business Innovators Magazine, she states, “According to the American Psychological Association, 40%–50% of … Read More