Blending Families: A Guide for Parents, Stepparents, Grandparents and Everyone Building a Successful New FamilyToday 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 |
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Blending Families: A Guide for Parents, Stepparents, Grandparents and ... Elaine F. Shimberg No preview available - 1999 |
Blending Families: A Guide for Parents, Stepparents, Grandparents and ... Elaine F. Shimberg No preview available - 1999 |
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References to this book
Another Chance for Love: Finding a Partner Later in Life Sol Gordon,Elaine Fantle Shimberg No preview available - 2003 |