The Everything Guide To Stepparenting

Author : Erin Munroe,Irene S. Levine
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2009-05-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781605507163

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The Everything Guide to Stepparenting by Erin Munroe,Irene S. Levine Pdf

Starting a relationship with a new person is always an adventure, and that adventure comes with extra thrills when your significant other is also a parent. Not only do you have to incorporate one new person into your life; you have to welcome that personÆs children too. This guide will teach new and future stepparents how to: Meet and build relationships with potential stepchildren Handle situations involving the other biological parent Involve stepchildren in the wedding Be an involved stepparent without overstepping boundaries Make tough decisions about money, education, and more This comprehensive resource covers dozens of different situationsùfrom battling the wicked stepparent stereotype to mediating interactions between stepsiblings. Written by a licensed mental health counselor and experienced stepparent, this book will help future stepparents start off their new lives on the right foot.

Author : Susan Wisdom,Jennifer Green
Publisher : Harmony
Page : 274 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2007-12-18
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780307421685

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Stepcoupling by Susan Wisdom,Jennifer Green Pdf

Love may be sweeter the second time around, but once the bliss of a newfound relationship wears off a little, the reality of being part of a stepfamily sets in. If you are one of the millions of remarried Americans facing the challenge of blending two existing families into one cohesive whole, you are part of a stepcouple—and you know all too well how hard it can be to make your marriage work in sometimes tough terrain. Different parenting styles, finances, relationships with ex-spouses, legal matters, and even seemingly simple issues such as the kinds of chores assigned to children can chisel away at your union if you don’t always make your marriage a priority. Stepcoupling offers advice for stepcouples on how to do just that—all the while strengthening their blended family with a healthy marriage. Susan Wisdom and Jennifer Green provide tips and strategies on dealing with the issues remarried couples face, with a wealth of advice from real-life stepcouples, such as: * Learning to tailor your expectations of your spouse or children and remembering that no family is perfect * Knowing where your boundaries are, whether involving a hostile ex-spouse or a stepchild who demands too much attention * Realizing that traits like flexibility, tolerance, forgiveness, and openness are especially essential in a stepfamily situation * Making “us” time for talking, problem-solving, weekends away, and enjoying your marriage to constantly renew and strengthen your bond as a couple Let this invaluable remarriage manual help you make your stepcouple the foundation of a strong, happy, and successful stepfamily.

Author : Wednesday Martin
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2011-01-21
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780547394312

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Stepmonster by Wednesday Martin Pdf

An honest and groundbreaking guide to understanding the complicated emotions that develop between stepmothers and children. When faced with often overwhelming challenges, what woman with stepchildren is unfamiliar with that “stepmonster” feeling? Half of all women in the United States will live with or marry a man with children. To guide women new to this role—and empower those who are struggling with it—Wednesday Martin draws upon her own experience as a stepmother. She's frank about the harrowing process of becoming a stepmother, she considers the myths and realities of being married to a man with children, and she counteracts the cultural notion that stepmothers are solely responsible for the problems that often develop. Along the way, she interviews other stepmothers and stepchildren and offers up fascinating insights from literature, anthropology, psychology, and evolutionary biology that explain the little-understood realities of this unique parent-child relationship and—in an unexpected twist—shows why the myth of the Wicked Stepmother is the single best tool for understanding who real stepmothers are and how they feel.

Author : Erika Lutz
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 1998-04-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781101497401

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Stepparenting by Erika Lutz Pdf

You're no idiot, of course. You know how to push a toddler on a swing, the recipe for the gooey chocolate chip cookies, and even how to get teens to confide in you. Your own kids think you're hip, too (although they'd never admit to it). But when it comes to figuring out how not to come across as the wicked stepparent, you feel like you need a magical potion. Don't reach for the garlic yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide® to Stepparenting gives you sanity-saving advice for dealing with the stepfamily, getting to know your stepchildren, and feeling confident in your role.

Author : Mathew Massimo
Publisher : CreateSpace
Page : 58 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2015-07-16
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1515110036

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Stepparenting: Becoming a Stepparent by Mathew Massimo Pdf

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED HOW TO BEST APPROACH YOUR NEW ROLE AS A STEPPARENT? HAVE YOU FOUND IT CHALLENGING TO GET ALONG WITH YOUR STEPCHILDREN? You are certainly not alone, and this book is here to help you. Starting a new family in which you have to integrate your life with that of your stepchildren can pose unique challenges that are not present in nuclear or biological families. Stepparents want nothing more than for things to work out with their new family, but sometimes, the issues that arise may just seem so overwhelming. Don't you wish that someone could hand you a list of all the things you should and shouldn't do to handle your new role better? Don't worry because this book has you covered. This book was written by parents who understand what you are going through, and they provide everything you need to know to make the integration process as easy for you, your spouse, and your stepchildren as possible. Here is what this book will teach you: Managing everyone's expectations in a blended family Knowing your role vis-à-vis your stepchildren's needs Facilitating adjustment Handling differences Establishing a family identity Strengthening your new family PLUS! Do's and don'ts of stepparenting BONUS CHAPTER: The 5 biggest mistakes stepparents make This book is the most comprehensive one you can read about becoming a successful stepparent. Knowing the information in this book and practicing all the tips and advice will surely get you on your way to establishing a solid and loving blended family. Do not delay, and start making a great difference in your family life! DOWNLOAD YOUR COPY TODAY!

Author : Mathew Massimo
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2019-08-25
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 035987598X

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Stepparenting: Becoming A Stepparent: A Blended Family Guide To: Parenting, Raising Children, Family Relationships and Step Families by Mathew Massimo Pdf

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED HOW TO BEST APPROACH YOUR NEW ROLE AS A STEPPARENT? HAVE YOU FOUND IT CHALLENGING TO GET ALONG WITH YOUR STEPCHILDREN? You are certainly not alone, and this book is here to help you. Starting a new family in which you have to integrate your life with that of your stepchildren can pose unique challenges that are not present in nuclear or biological families. Stepparents want nothing more than for things to work out with their new family, but sometimes, the issues that arise may just seem so overwhelming. Don�t you wish that someone could hand you a list of all the things you should and shouldn�t do to handle your new role better? Don�t worry because this book has you covered. This book was written by parents who understand what you are going through, and they provide everything you need to know to make the integration process as easy for you, your spouse, and your stepchildren as possible.

Author : Rachelle Katz
Publisher : Harlequin
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2010-05-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781426854897

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The Happy Stepmother by Rachelle Katz Pdf

You found the love of your life, and you vowed to have, to hold and to stepmother. You always thought that in time you'd grow to be the perfect, loving family. So why does it seem that the harder you try, the more unappreciated you feel? As a stepmother, therapist and founder of the popular Web site stepsforstepmothers.com, Dr. Rachelle Katz knows all too well how challenging stepmotherhood can be. Based on thousands of in-depth interviews and the latest research, she's created a powerful program to help you: * Alleviate stress and take care of yourself * Bond with your new family * Set and enforce clear boundaries * Get the respect you deserve * Strengthen your relationship

Author : Emily B. Visher,John S. Visher
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0876301901

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Stepfamilies by Emily B. Visher,John S. Visher Pdf

First Published in 1980. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Author : Elaine Fantle Shimberg
Publisher : Berkley
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 1999-04-01
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0425166775

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Blending Families by Elaine Fantle Shimberg Pdf

Today more Americans are part of a second-marriage family than a first. Inevitably, these newly blended "stepfamilies" will be confronted by their own special problems and needs.This insightful problem-solving guide offers solid solutions--and includes real-life stories from families who've been through the adjustment process. Written by an award-winning author who specializes in health and family care, the book covers a wide range of issues--emotional, financial, disciplinary, and interpersonal. Naturally, there is no "one-size-fits-all" solution for second-marriage families. Each is unique, with its own composition, personalities, and problems. But with patience and understanding, this new family can work, live, and eventually love--together.Includes special sections on: * Family communication * Former spouses * Grandparents and step-grandparents * Juggling households * Commuting children * Discipline * School issues * Family customs and rituals * Religious differences * Reducing stress * Adult time * Money issues * Holiday planning * Vacations * Curfews and other rules

Author : Jacquelyn B. Fletcher
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2009-10-13
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780061740046

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A Career Girl's Guide to Becoming a Stepmom by Jacquelyn B. Fletcher Pdf

You have an exciting, fulfilling job. You've fallen in love with the man of your dreams—and met his three kids! Now what? Jacquelyn B. Fletcher shows how any professional woman turned wife and instant stepmother can build on the skills she employs at work—organization, team-building, goal-setting, and planning—to succeed at home in her new role as stepmom. Drawing on the latest research, her own experiences, and those of other real-life stepmothers, Fletcher offers advice, hope, encouragement, and much-needed answers to common conundrums, including: Why don't I have control over my own schedule? What kind of relationship do I want with my stepkids? What if I want to have a baby of my own? How do we create a budget that feels fair if I make more money than my husband does? A Career Girl's Guide to Becoming a Stepmom is essential reading for the professional woman who has it all—and then suddenly has more than she expected.

Author : Ron L. Deal
Publisher : Bethany House
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2011-04-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781441214645

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The Smart Stepdad by Ron L. Deal Pdf

While resources abound for stepmothers, stepfathers are often left to travel a difficult road without clear directions. Ron Deal offers advice for men navigating the stepfamily minefield, including how to connect with stepchildren, being a godly role model, how to discipline, dealing with the biological dad, and keeping the bond strong with one's new spouse. He gives perspective on what the kids are going through and why things don't work the same as in a biological family. The Smart Stepdad provides essential guidelines to help stepfathers not only survive but succeed as both dad and husband.

Author : Cynthia Lewis-Steere
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1981
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0896380513

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Stepping Lightly by Cynthia Lewis-Steere Pdf

Author : Ron L. Deal
Publisher : Bethany House
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9780764201592

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The Smart Stepfamily by Ron L. Deal Pdf

Each member has their own unique place in a family. Ron Deal explores the myth of the "blended" family offering practical, realistic solutions for stepfamilies.

Author : Sally Bjornsen
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2005-04-05
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9781440625275

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The Single Girl's Guide to Marrying a Man, His Kids, and His Ex-Wife by Sally Bjornsen Pdf

A funny, honest, and empathetic resource for the novice stepmother on maintaining sanity, solving hair-raising identity issues, regaining a sense of humor, and surviving what you did for love.... What happens when the honeymoon comes to a screeching halt and you're faced with a houseful of rambunctious children, an ever-present ex-wife, and a new husband trying to balance the chaos? This helpful guide includes advice on: • The kids: Adjusting to suspicion, resentment, and biological-parent loyalties • The ex-wife: Living calmly alongside her, whether she's a psycho or the perfect mother • The holidays: Accommodating old family traditions and developing new ones • The sex: Keeping love alive through the kids' bed-wettings and nightmares • The finances: Building safety nets and avoiding financial disasters • The urge to be evil: Accepting it, and then stopping yourself from saying something you'll regret—to him, the kids, or her • Plus an invaluable list of resources, websites, publications, and organizations specifically for the new stepmother

Author : Buff Bradley
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Stepchildren
ISBN : 0064460088

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Where Do I Belong? by Buff Bradley Pdf

Discusses problems children face when a parent remarries.