Every blended family navigates common stages on their way to finding familyness. But some get stuck along the way. Others experience a detour or two. Gayla Grace shares the six stages of stepfamily development and tips on how to navigate them well.

We've heard them all: "wicked" stepparents, replacing bio-parents, and more. Ron Deal and Gayla Grace debunk popular step-parenting myths.

What's it like for a child when their parent remarries? Explore the unique losses of kids in blended families with Ron Deal and Rod & Rachel Faulkner Brown.

A stepdad can be a powerful influence in the life of a child. But not if he isn't trusted.

Because we parents love our kids, we are vigilant to protect them from harm. What's sobering though, is all the things we can't control.

How do you help a lost or angry child who battles against the family? Ron Deal speaks with psychologist Danny Huerta on troubled kids in a stepfamily.

Are you becoming the spouse you need to be?

One decision can make all the difference.

What do you do when your love associations differ?

So, if both parents die who gets your kids?

When strong ocean winds blow, you need an anchor.

I got a question: How long did the father wait for the prodigal son to return?

When a child misbehaves, make sure you lead with love.

What's so good about death?

Sibling jealousy...can happen at any age.

Ron, you should see your face."

It's time for a little stepfamily math.