Tag Archive for: stepchildren

Christmas Traditions: The Sibling Tree
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Last night, after…

Surviving the Stepdaughter War
My stepdaughter Amy has a war raging within her. It surfaced…

The Ugly Truth About Blended Families
Last night, as we settled into bed with a glass of wine, Gabe…

Coming Home: Custody Transition Do’s and Don’ts
Over the years, Billy and I have shared custody in many different…

Saying Goodbye: Custody Transition Do’s and Don’ts
Years ago, when we first began sharing custody, I dreaded the…

What Every Second Wife Needs to Hear
The most romantic statement Gabe ever made to me didn’t happen…

Helping Your Step-Teenager Deal with the ‘Big Issues’
The ‘big issues’ facing today’s teenagers may not immediately…

Helping your Step-Teenager through the Exam Season
Exam season can be a very stressful time, not just for the teenager…

Disciplining Stepchildren: 5 Tips for Parents
Whenever I coach stepfamilies – either parents, their children…

How to Be a Good Role Model to Your Stepchildren
There are elements of parenting that stepparents can overlook,…

Coping with Narcissistic Stepchildren
It’s surprising how many stepparents find themselves faced…

Precious Moments: Valuing Alone Time with the Children
When looking back on some of my favorite childhood memories,…


Making the Most Out of Mother’s Day
Oooooh, it’s that time of year again where many stepmoms are…
