What Does Trust Mean to a Stepmom?
Trust is one of the pillars in a healthy relationship. That’s trust for a spouse, friends, children, and most of […]
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Tips for Collaborative Divorce
Many couples divorce. 75% of them remarry. Smooth divorces lead to smoother remarriages. Collaborative divorce ends marriage peacefully. Learn how.
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Tips for Solidifying Your Marriage
All too often, the couple in a stepfamily primarily functions as parents. It is of utmost importance to keep things
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Tips For Becoming a Proud Stepfamily
It is rare to be proud of being in a stepfamily. Many stepfamilies struggle with inequality between the adults regarding
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7 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Step Family Support Group
Feeling alone and disconnected is often reported by many stepfamily members. Adults feel that nobody really understands them, nor can
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7 Tips for Holiday Harmony With Your Step-Family
Developing closeness and cohesiveness in a step-family is an ongoing challenge for many people throughout the year. The holidays present a precious opportunity to bridge some gaps among members of the immediate family, as well as those of the extended family. Step-parents express a great deal of anxiety and concern over the upcoming holidays. They dread the potential onset of chaos shattering their expectations of a picture-perfect holiday experience.
The following 7 tips may help you and your step-family develop closeness, through careful planning of your holiday celebrations:
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Tips for Nurturing the Couple’s Relationship
I wonder if you remember when you met your significant other—your feelings, hopes, and wishes as your relationship evolved. You made arrangements for the children, setting aside adult time together. Then, you got married. The adult time turned into a fantasy and a remote memory.
A strong couple creates a strong and stable family. It is a win-win situation for all involved. Here are some tips to help restore the spark and improve the intimacy between the two of you…
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You & Your Stepfamily: Happy Holidays? (Part 2)
We all share the wish and hope for happy holidays. For many stepfamilies, confusion and frustration take over, as communication
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You & Your Stepfamily: Happy Holidays?
While many wish for the holidays to be a time of shared happy celebrations with loved ones, many end up