13 Ideas to Manage Holiday Step-Stress
The normal stress of the holidays is multiplied for stepfamilies.
The Loyalty Tug of War
Stepchildren often feel caught between their biological parents.
Jerry Sittser talks about the years after the accident when he focused on raising his children as a single dad.
When the Children Feel Alienated
What to do when remarriage destabilizes a child’s world.
The Dance of Want
The difficulty of seeking the respect and acceptance of a stepchild.
The Blame Game
The first two years of stepparent-stepchild relationships tend to be tense and stressful for everyone.
The Attachment Difference
Stepparents must develop a secure bond with their stepchildren.
Stepparenting Discipline Dos and Don’ts
A delicate balancing act for blended families.
Encouragement for the Long Journey
Remember Hebrews 12:2 as you look forward to a future payoff for your parenting efforts.
The Overprotective Parent
Problems arise when a biological parent continually tries to guide, guard, and direct the stepparent’s every step.
Helping Stepchildren Cope with Dual Citizenship
Divorced parents who fight with each other are trampling on their most prized possession—their children who have to live in both homes.
Bridge Building: Strengthening Relationships with Stepchildren
Finding an effective stepparent role is a challenge.
6 Tips for Building Relationships with Your Stepchildren
Improving your relationship is a challenge, so be intentional.
Overcoming the Jealousy Monster
Sarah and Michelle alike found themselves jealous of their stepchildren.
Dating again has its pluses and minuses. When do you know to take caution?
Dating is hard, and dating again after divorce or loss can be even more complex.