Blending Families

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