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The Challenges of Being a Stepparent

The Challenges of Being a Stepparent

Stepparenting is HARD. There are no easy answers. Successful blended families happen because the biological parent supports the stepparent, because the adults act like adults, because the families embrace open communication and mutual respect, because of deep commitment and a willingness to persist, and because of luck.

Avoiding the Holiday Custody Tug of War

Avoiding the Holiday Custody Tug of War

Getting Real With Shadra Bruce I was in the store the other day and they're already clearancing costumes and preparing to put out Christmas trees and ornaments. It's September, but if you're a blended family, that can simply mean the stress season is about to begin....

Is Your Mama a Step-Mama?

Is Your Mama a Step-Mama?

Getting Real With Elizabeth Sanchez They say you don’t really appreciate your parents until you become a parent yourself. I fully experienced that feeling twice. Not because I gave birth to two children, which I did, but because I became a step-parent and then later...

StepMom Reflections

StepMom Reflections

by Shadra Bruce June 15, 2011. Today, my two youngest stepkids will turn 21. I’ve had the privilege of being a part of their lives since just before their 7th birthdays. Their bio mom gave up her share of custody when they were 5, and my husband Dave was doing a great...

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Everyone CRAVES to be heard

Everyone CRAVES to be heard

Getting Real With Jennifer Poole One of the most important things we can do for those we care about it just listen, but you have to active in this process. Here are some tips to help you become an active listener, which will assist you in communicating with your...

Assertive Resolution

Assertive Resolution

Getting Real With Jennifer Poole We have talked about how to open the lines of communication to address a conflict but now we want to move forward to resolving that conflict. First, list each person's needs. Second, brainstorm all kinds of possible solutions. Third,...