Blended Families

Step-Parenting and Self-Care in 5 Minutes a Day

Step-parenting brings a unique set of challenges that biological parents rarely face. You’re building relationships with children who already have established...

Beth Edmonson
Sep 14, 2025 21 min read

Game-Changing Ideas for Holidays as a Blended Family

The holiday season transforms living rooms into wonderlands of twinkling lights and kitchens into command centers for feast preparation. For blended...

Beth Edmonson
Sep 14, 2025 18 min read

Step-Parent applying discipline with kids

Step-Parent Discipline Techniques Your Stepkids Will Actually Respect

Step-parenting comes with its own rulebook, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the realm of discipline. You’re walking a...

Beth Edmonson
Sep 14, 2025 20 min read

The Secret to Building Trust with Stepchildren Nobody Talks About

Building trust with stepchildren often feels like trying to solve a puzzle while wearing mittens. You know the pieces should fit...

Beth Edmonson
Sep 14, 2025 14 min read

Step-Parenting Survival Guide for When Teenagers Say You’re Not Their Real Parent

Hearing those five words from a teenager can feel like a punch to the gut. You’ve poured your heart into caring...

Beth Edmonson
Sep 14, 2025 16 min read

9 Blended Family Birthday Celebration Tips that Make Every Member Feel Special

Blended families bring a unique set of joys and challenges, especially when it comes to celebrating birthdays. These special days can...

Beth Edmonson
Apr 6, 2025 12 min read

A soft, natural light portrait photograph of a co-parenting couple with their children. The couple, a man and a woman, are seated side by side on a cozy, cream-colored sofa, with their children, a boy and a girl, sitting between them. The children are engaged in a conversation with their parents, all smiles and warm expressions, creating a sense of closeness and connection. The background is gently blurred, with soft, warm tones and a hint of a window letting in natural light, enhancing the serene and intimate atmosphere.

5 Co-Parenting Communication Apps that Reduce Conflict and Stress

Co-parenting after a separation or divorce can be tricky. Keeping communication smooth and conflict-free is often a challenge for many parents....

Beth Edmonson
Mar 28, 2025 14 min read

A photo of a stepfather and his stepchildren bonding over a campfire in the woods. The stepfather is seated, holding a guitar and singing. The stepchildren are seated on the logs around the fire, listening attentively. There is a tent pitched beside the fire. The background is filled with trees. The photo has a soft natural light.

8 Fun Bonding Activities Step-Parents and Stepchildren Can Enjoy to Strengthen Relationships

Building strong relationships in step-families can be tricky. Step-parents and stepchildren often start as strangers, trying to find common ground and...

Beth Edmonson
Mar 19, 2025 13 min read

A photo of a family of four sitting on a couch in a living room, talking to each other. The father is wearing a gray sweater and a blue shirt. The mother is wearing a beige sweater and a green shirt. The son is wearing a green shirt. The daughter is wearing a blue shirt. The background contains a few items, including a plant, a lamp, and a curtain. The lighting is warm.

5 Blended Family Communication Strategies That Resolve Conflicts and Build Trust

Blended families bring together a mix of relationships, histories, and emotions. This unique family structure can create both joy and challenges...

Beth Edmonson
Mar 13, 2025 10 min read

A photo of a step-parent and step-kids enjoying a day at an amusement park. The step-parent is standing with their step-kids on a platform with a view of the park. The step-kids are excitedly pointing at the roller coaster in the distance. The step-parent has their arm around one of the kids

7 Step-Parenting Tips for Beginners that Create a Supportive Family Environment

Step-parenting brings a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Joining two families into one harmonious unit requires patience, understanding, and a...

Beth Edmonson
Jan 19, 2025 18 min read