common problems with blended families are often unanticipated, and they manifest after the new family is formed. when a blended family forms, competition between the kids can increase and become more complicated. one example is that if their mom and stepdad are now the primary caregivers, children could become more attached to their stepdad than their biological dad, which can be confusing for them. two families becoming one can add to the legal issues that arose when each original family …

the bottom-line is that you can limit access to your child if you have to  – which is a big threat to most relatives. rather than getting into a wrangle in which it’s your opinion against theirs, you can calmly mention that researchers have established xyz facts – which are the basis for your parenting style – and then move on to another topic. keep a sense of perspective –  keep in mind the big stakes on the table: a …

before you take the plunge and say yes to getting married, you need to be aware of the answer to a very important question: “why do second marriages fail so often?” in addition, since these children are from first marriages, the couple doesn’t have children to “bind them together” and create stability in the second marriage. of course, if there are children from the first relationship, there will need to be communication between the ex-spouses, and how that communication happens …

you want to make sure that your family will be healthy and happy and be a strong, cohesive unit. your family is different, and that means the process is going to be different. even if your children and their children were the best of friends before the two of you became one family, it doesn’t mean that you’re going to blend with no problems. talk to them about how you are now one family, which means you’re going to be …

our mission is to provide empowering, evidence-based mental health content you can use to help yourself and your loved ones. if a family member is pressuring you to loan or give them money or wants to dictate your finances, it’s important to clarify the type of behavior you won’t tolerate. if you keep your feelings to yourself, resentment can grow and increase tensions. you and your brother-in-law might have a contentious relationship. do you expect to completely change your family …