The Everything Guide to Stepparenting

Starting a relationship with a new person is always an adventure, and that adventure comes with extra thrills when your significant other is also a parent. Not only do you have to incorporate one new person into your life; you have to welcome that person's children too. This guide will teach new and future stepparents how to:Meet and build relationships with potential stepchildrenHandle situations involving the other biological parentInvolve stepchildren in the weddingBe an involved stepparent without overstepping boundariesMake tough decisions about money, education, and moreThis comprehensive resource covers dozens of different situations-from battling the wicked stepparent stereotype to mediating interactions between stepsiblings. Written by a licensed mental health counselor and experienced stepparent, this book will help future stepparents start off their new lives on the right foot.