Blending Well: A Faith-Based Guide to Building a Stronger Stepfamily [9780802443595]

Overview

Build a thriving blended family that goes the distance.

For dating, engaged, or remarried couples navigating blended family life–or preparing to do so.

What do I call my new family members? How should we handle the finances? What about the holidays? How do I avoid parenting out of guilt? How do we handle discipline? These common questions, and many more, are addressed and answered in this essential guidebook for blended families.

Drawing on their own journey and stepfamily ministry, Scott and Deana Thayer share an authentic, accessible resource for stepfamilies and those who love them. In Blending Well you’ll discover practical and applicable advice with tools and tips you can easily implement for a myriad of blended family issues.

The short, guidebook style entries, including the perspective of both stepmom and stepdad, help readers quickly access pertinent topics on:

• Stepfamily Preparation
• Unique Complexities of Stepfamily Life
• The Blended Family Marriage
• Communication and Conflict
• Other Blended Family Relationships
• Finances
• Parenting/Stepparenting
• And other important dilemmas or questions

Blended family relationships need help to face the unique challenges and dynamics of joining personalities, homes, values, traditions, and more. Full of wisdom, support, and loads of encouragement, Blending Well is an essential resource for creating deeper connections and happy, faith-filled homes.