1. StepFamilies UK - Welcomes YOU with a stepmum or stepdad, a stepchild or a parent involved in a stepfamily whois desperate for information about issues involving stepfamilies then this is http://www.stepfamilies.co.uk/

Visit our stepfamilies UK site which covers stepfamily issues, stepmums, stepmoms, stepdads, dads, stepchildren, stepkids, mums, new mums, babies, mums to be , dads to be, divorce, seperation, starting over, csa, stepbrother, stepsister, stepbrothers, stepsisters, chat, teenchat, forums, messages, postbag, competitions. Please update your browser as soon as you can - It really is worth it ~ Brian Curtis

2. APA HelpCenter: Get The Facts: Family And Relationships: Interventions That Work Interventions That Work for stepfamilies. Psychologists' interventions help stepfamilies sidestep common conflicts. The so­called "blended family" is no longer an aberration in American society It's http://helping.apa.org/family/step.html

Interventions That Work for Stepfamilies Psychologists' interventions help stepfamilies sidestep common conflicts. The so­called "blended family" is no longer an aberration in American society: It's a norm. Today, more than 33 percent of all U.S. children are expected to live in a stepfamily before age 18. Born of conflict and loss, newfound commitment and often heart­wrenching transition, these families confront myriad lifestyle adjustments and challenges. Children of stepfamilies face a higher risk of emotional and behavioral problems and are less likely to be resilient in stressful situations, psychologists' research has found. Given their large numbers, it's clear that mental health professionals will encounter these types of families in therapy and it is imperative for clinicians to familiarize themselves with the basic issues prior to working with them. Planning for remarriage A marriage that brings with it children from a previous marriage presents many challenges. Such families should consider three key issues as they plan for remarriage: Financial and living arrangements.

3. Stepping Stones Counseling Center, Serving Northern New Jersey The Professionals Who Understand stepfamilies For additional information or anappointment info@stepfamilies.com (201) 4443686 · Fax (201) 358-0235 http://www.stepfamilies.com/

The Professionals Who Understand Stepfamilies WORKSHOPS NEWSLETTER SERVICES LINKS ... DIRECTIONS They have unique needs and require expert understanding. Despite love and good intentions, stepfamilies often face issues with: Couple Conflicts and Communication Child Discipline Unrealistic Expectations Loyalty Conflicts Between Children and Parents Relationships with Previous Partners Finances and Child Support Holidays and Family Celebrations Access to Children for Non-Residential Parents Parents, stepparents, grandparents, significant others, and especially children can feel resentful, confused, overwhelmed or rejected. Stepping Stones Counseling Center was created with the goal of improving and enriching the quality of stepfamily life. Our staff is composed of experienced, licensed mental health professionals, each of whom is a stepfamily member. We not only work with stepfamily issues, we face them every day in our personal lives. Our Services Include: Stepfamily Workshops Stepfamily "Tuneups" (Short-term Consultations for Minor Problems) Couple and Family Counseling Individual Counseling for Adults, Adolescents, and Children

4. Stepfamilies You Are Not Alone. This webpage has been created for stepmothers everywhere, from someone who has "Been there; Done that!", to let you know that you are not alone. Your situation is not unique. http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Valley/1561/step.html

You Are Not Alone This webpage has been created for stepmothers everywhere, from someone who has "Been there; Done that!", to let you know that you are not alone. Your situation is not unique. There are many people and resources out there to help you. There are many more links available than the ones I have listed at the bottom of this page. This is just a starting point. I have also included a list of books you can get from your local library, or buy. Stereotyping people and situations is responsible for many of the problems in this world. There is such a preconceived idea of what the "family" should be: "a biological father, mother, big brother and little sister". What a real family is, is a group of people who live together, help each other and love each other. There need not be "blood" ties in order to care about and love another person, large or small. There are also many preconceived ideas of what a "stepmother" is; I shall probably never forgive the Brothers Grimm for their fairy tale stepmothers, who are nothing short of the wicked witch of the north. In reality, stepmothers are just like any other kind of mother - they care, they worry, they love, they get angry, they get over it, they make mistakes, and sometimes they overprotect; but for the most part they mean well. They are just people doing the best they know how. I firmly believe that a person is who they are, even before they are born. When a person arrives in this world, there is no instruction book that comes with them. This small person has no language skills with which to tell you what they do and don't like, or even who they are. You have to make the effort to get to know them, learn who they are, what their preferences are, and if possible try to help them grow into a responsible, compassionate, and contented large person. This bonding process of learning to know and learning to love takes place over the course of their being an infant, a toddler, a child and continues through the teen years. Ideally a deep love and attachment grows between parent and child that will last through their whole lives.

5. Stepfamilies you are here iVillage parentsplace family stepfamilies. watch this. FREENEWSLETTERS ParentsPlace Home Garden more newsletters. stepfamilies. http://www.parentsplace.com/family/archive/0,10693,239452,00.html

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6. Stepfamilies Stepparents Stepchildren Information SelfGrowth.com Complete Topics Directory Topic. Send this website to a friend. stepfamilies Stepparents Stepchildren Information. please visit our sponsor. Sponsor Websites. Are You Unhappy In Your Relationship? - Are you considering leaving? Self Improvement Online on 3/20/00. stepfamilies - How to Live in Harmony- -Written by Jan Andersen http://www.selfgrowth.com/stepf.html

SelfGrowth.com Complete Topics Directory Topic Send this website to a friend Stepfamilies Stepparents Stepchildren Information please visit our sponsor Sponsor Websites Are You Unhappy In Your Relationship? - -Are you considering leaving? Discover Relationship Coaches Susie and Otto Collins breakthrough process filled with compelling questions and insights that will help you make that difficult relationship decision. FoxCraft - -The site is for promotion of my new book on stepparenting as well as other parenting books. No More Jealousy - -Shows How You Can Overcome and Eliminate Jealousy, Conquer Your Fears and Start Creating the Relationships of Your Dreams now... How to Become a Sponsor - -Put a description of Your Website Here Articles Online How to Submit an Article to Self Improvement Online Navigating Parenting Differences - -Written by "Emily Bouchard, MSSW" - Submitted on 3/24/2004. Surviving the Blended Family Holiday: Five Tips for the Stressed Out - -Written by Dawn Miller - Submitted on 12/2/2003. Smoothing the Step-Parenting Transition - -Written by Judy Lavin - Submitted on 11/12/2003.

7. Stepfamily Association Of America - Pittsburgh Chapter Local chapter of the Stepfamily Association of America. Information for stepfamilies and local information for those in Pittsburgh. http://home.comcast.net/~pittsburghsaa/

Welcome to the Pittsburgh Chapters of the Stepfamily Association of America! Tune in!! Dr. Anna McManus-Gay will be a special guest on the Susie Barbour Show on KDKA AM 1020 on Sunday, April 4 at 3:00pm SPECIAL EVENTS: "Preparing for Remarriage", an educational seminar, will be held on May 18 at UPMC Passavant Hospital. Click for details. Our next Pittsburgh Meeting is Tuesday, April 13 at 8:00pm; our next South Hills Meeting is Friday, April 16 at 7:30pm; and our next North Hills Meeting is Tuesday, April 20 at 7:30pm. Why not join us? Click here for locations and contact information. Get some tips for dealing with your ex ; find out if you're an effective or misguided stepparent . Our words of wisdom section has something for everyone. Check out our links page for other great stepfamily sites and resources. What do teens really think of their stepparents ? What kind of a stepfather was Dr. Spock ? Find out in our articles section. Check out our recommended reading about stepfamilies. Click here for information on how to join the SAA. (Membership is not required to attend meetings) Drop us a line..suggest a great site for our

8. Stepfamilies Orange County Marriage Resource Center. stepfamilies. So you're a stepfamily now. Well, have you discovered that your family doesn't much resemble the Brady Bunch? If so, you're not alone. Designing Dynamic stepfamilies by Gordon and Carri TaylorGordon and Carri Taylor are Orange County's leading experts on stepfamilies, having helped start several of the http://www.ocmarriage.org/id28.htm

var TlxPgNm='id28'; Orange County Marriage Resource Center home Singles Seriously Dating Engaged Couples ... New Parents Stepfamilies Troubled Marriages Separated June 2004 Calendar June 2004 Highlights ... Donations Stepfamilies So you're a stepfamily now. Well, have you discovered that your family doesn't much resemble the Brady Bunch? If so, you're not alone. Combining two families into one is almost always a real challenge! But the payoffs of persevering can be great. And the good news is that you don't have to reinvent the wheel here. You can draw upon the experience, wisdom and support of other people that have walked, or are now walking, the same road you are on. Here are some valuable resources that you can take advantage of: Regularly Scheduled Meetings Blended Family Fellowship Class at Rose Drive Friends Church in Yorba Linda Start your week off right by connecting with other Blended Families! This Fellowship Class meets every Sunday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 (room B208). Come every week, or every so often; we love to meet new people and we promise you that your time will be well spent. Child care is available during the class. If you would like more information, please call Jim and Sheri Kirby at (714) 961-1563 or e-mail Jim at Jim@go2planning.com

9. Successful Stepfamilies Welcome to Successful stepfamilies. Created by author and stepfamily enrichment specialistRon L. Deal, this site provides Christian resources for preremarital http://www.successfulstepfamilies.com/

Home Online Smart Store The Smart Stepfamily Sign Our Guest Book ... Tele-Classes for Stepfamilies Welcome to Successful Stepfamilies Created by author and stepfamily enrichment specialist Ron L. Deal , this site provides Christian resources for pre-remarital couples, stepfamilies, and the churches who serve them. "With Biblical wisdom, compassion, and understanding, Successful Stepfamilies is helping remarried couples build strong, functional blended families." TroubledWith.com (A ministry of Focus on the Family) May, 2004 New "Starting Your Ministry" Resource Pack. Sign our Guest Book to receive our FREE monthly E-Newsletter. Inventory Clearance Sale over 50% off select items)! Attend a live Stepfamily Conference Putting the Pieces Together... "The stepfamily puzzle sure has a lot of pieces, doesn't it. As our logo indicates, there are pieces that fit in two different homes and pieces that belong to separate homes, yet each piece must do it's part to build a working relationship. Helping you put together the 3-D pieces of your complex stepfamily puzzle is our mission. We hope you'll find the directions you're looking for." Ron L. Deal

10. Successful Stepfamilies The Smart Stepfamily. Book Review. Purchase directly from Successful stepfamiliesand receive an autographed copy from Ron (go to our Online Smart Store). http://www.successfulstepfamilies.com/view.php/id/22

Home Online Smart Store The Smart Stepfamily Sign Our Guest Book ... Tele-Classes for Stepfamilies The Smart Stepfamily Book Review Purchase directly from Successful Stepfamilies and receive an autographed copy from Ron (go to our Online Smart Store This practical, proven resource from author and stepfamily trainer Ron Deal will bless your home (hardback, 271 pages). Read a book review from author Karon Phillips Goodman Perfect for stepfamily adults and single-parents whose children live in a stepfamily part-time. "I'm only a chapter and a half into your book and it's done more for me than all the counseling we've had up till now." (father in Nebraska) Those considering remarriage can prepare for stepfamily living. Ministry Leaders discussion questions at the end of each chapter make it the premier ministry tool for stepfamily groups, Bible classes, and pre-remarital counseling. The feedback is already coming in: "Last night our stepfamily couples group dove into chapter one. The head-nodding and "ummm-huh's" of affirmation told me that we are in for an incredible journey! Thank you so much for providing such a wonderful learning tool for these stepfamilies. One couple on the brink of divorce after a year of remarriage have a renewed sense of purpose for their marriage.

11. Challenges High For Military, Gay Stepfamilies CNN http://cnn.com/2001/HEALTH/parenting/02/26/stepfamilies.ap/index.html

12. Stepfamilies stepfamilies stepfamilies come together when people marry again or live with a newpartner. This may be after the death of one parent, separation or divorce. http://www.childline.org.uk/Stepfamilies.asp

Help and advice Kid Zone Our work with schools Get involved ... Site map Stepfamilies Stepfamilies come together when people marry again or live with a new partner. This may be after the death of one parent, separation or divorce. It can also mean that children from different families end up living together for all or part of the time. In 2000/2001 over 15,000 children called ChildLine to talk about their family relationships, many of which concerned stepfamilies. A further 1,525 called about parents divorcing or separating. Some children are very happy, but for others, coping with stepparents, stepbrothers and stepsisters can be a difficult and lonely experience. Settling into a new family situation can always be difficult for the children involved, but this usually resolves itself with time. However, for other children problems can arise in relation to how well they do at school and their general health and wellbeing. This can result in depression or children feeling stressed and unhappy. What appears to be most important is that children continue to retain a healthy relationship with both their natural parents. Click here to download a pdf version of the STEPFAMILIES information sheet If you don't have Adobe Acrobat Reader and want to download it click here.

13. Sacramento Counseling And Psychology Over 200 articles and book reviews on topics such as depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, aging, emotions, marriage and relationships, divorce, and stepfamilies. http://psychpages.com

Telephone: Fax: Hello and welcome to PsychPages , where Psychologist Dr. Debra Moore shares information on depression, anxiety, stress, ADD, trauma, and many other mental health, family, and relationship topics. This site has over 500 informational articles, links, and book reviews! Psychpages is also the website for Fall Creek Counseling Services and Fall Creek Attention-Behavior Centers. Fall Creek Counseling Services offers individual, couples and group counseling to all ages for a wide variety of issues, including depression, anxiety, life transitions, and family and relationship issues. Fall Creek Attention and Behavior Centers are "one-stop" services for evaluation and treatment of ADD and ADHA related struggles at work (adults) or in the classroom (children and teens). These centers also provide evaluations for learning and behavior problems. Psychologists, Education Specialists, ADHD Coaches, Pediatric Neurologists, and Parent Advocates are available to provide customized assistance for your specific needs. We hope you enjoy learning more about our Director, Dr. Debra Moore, our staff of therapists and consultants, and the wide variety of services we provide to children, teens, adults and couples.

14. Dr. Karen Sherman - Couple Skills Relationships Premarital Counseling Coaching S A system of communication and problemsolving techniques for couples. Offers relationship, premarital, divorce, and stepfamilies counseling. Also offers workshops, seminars, and a book. http://www.drkarensherman.com/index.html

What can turn an unsatisfying relationship into an extraordinary relationship? Couple Skills - A system of communication and problem-solving techniques that will: Improve the overall quality of your relationship Teach you how to resolve every argument and conflict Help you to better understand yourself, your partner, and your relationship Since 1982, I have been in private practice specializing in couples counseling. I found that I spent the majority of my time as a translator - that is, I listened to each partner, translating those feelings into concepts that the other partner could easily understand. I then began to teach each couple how to do this on their own. They learned how to communicate their feelings, perceptions and expectations to each other. They learned how to resolve their current problems, and also to identify and defuse future difficulties. They learned how to make their relationship more rewarding, gaining an emotional intimacy that will last throughout their lives. Couple Skills are simple and easy to learn. They can be incorporated into any relationship without any major upheavals. Plus, these skills are universal. Once learned, they can be applied to almost any situation that arises within the relationship. I have dedicated my life to helping couples of all ages create happier and healthier relationships. Now you, too, can learn these same skills. In addition to my timely topics, my seminars, lectures and workshops, and my book are described here on the website. If you would like more personalized information, please contact me for private and confidential assistance.

15. Stepfamily Network Home Page Help for stepparents and parents who want information about dealing with stepfamily issues. Helping to Support and Educate stepfamilies. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization http://www.stepfamily.net/

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16. A River Of Stones Bio and published works including the prologue and first chapter of A River of Stones. Free newsletter on divorce and stepfamilies. http://www.ariverofstones.com

Kathryn Elizabeth Jones Author of "A River of Stones" A Novel for Young Adults A River of Stones chronicles the pain of divorce and growing up in the life of a young, adolescent girl. Penned with the heart of experience, the author touches the deepest recesses of a young girl's hopes, dreams, and fears as she searches for answers no one has been willing to give her. From the pain of losing a parent to divorce, to the joy of hopeful possibility, Kathryn Jones takes the reader on a journey of self-discovery and promise. Samantha is a young girl who finds her world turned upside down in one brief moment. Her secure world is shaken with the abrupt departure of her father. Left behind with no explanations, she takes solace in her two best friends, Bruce and June. She is soon faced with a myriad of changes, including a new stepfather and a stepbrother she didn't want. Over the next two years, as she rapidly approaches adolescence, lonely young Sam discovers a world that holds pain and bitterness, as well as love, and is introduced to a mysterious book that could change her life. Read more here.

17. Stepfamilies stepfamilies and blended families suggestions for adults on how to make their stepfamilies work. Find out more / Order this book online into the many challenges and rewards of stepfamilies . http://www.americandivorce.net/books/stepfamilies.htm

18. Stepfamilies you are here iVillage parentsplace experts family therapist stepfamilies. watchthis. stepfamilies. Stepparents Blended family Counseling before marriage? http://www.parentsplace.com/expert/family/archive/0,,240135,00.html

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19. A Single Step Counseling Therapy Counseling and therapy practice specializing in grief, trauma, stepfamilies and relationships. http://www.home.earthlink.net/~mvlazny/

20. Supporting Stepfamilies: What Do The Children Feel?, NF95-223 Nebraska Cooperative Extension NF95223. Supporting stepfamilies What Do The Children Feel? Tana Seymour, Project Assistant, Extension Family Life. Connie Francis, Extension Educator-Home Economics http://www.ianr.unl.edu/pubs/family/nf223.htm

Nebraska Cooperative Extension NF95-223 Supporting Stepfamilies: What Do The Children Feel? Tana Seymour, Project Assistant, Extension Family Life Connie Francis, Extension Educator-Home Economics Patricia Steffens, Extension Family Life Specialist Previous Category Catalog Order Info Children enter stepfamilies with a history of loss and change beyond their control. They have often experienced a troubled marriage or a painful death. Their family structure has changed dramatically. They wonder if they are "unlovable" and somehow to blame for all that has happened. Adults often believe that "children are young and resilient so they'll bounce back." Children are swept into the turbulence of divorce or death and the drastic changes that follow, and into the dating and remarriage of their parents. They have no control over any of these events that are having a major effect upon their lives and they feel helpless and angry. While it is likely that children are more flexible than adults, their adjustment depends on how well they are helped through this chaotic time. For the parent and stepparent to have a good relationship with their child, they must recognize and understand the child's feelings and what motivates his or her behavior. Loss of Power and Control Children have no choice in the matter of a divorce or death, nor do they have a choice in the events that follow. This powerlessness interferes with their confidence and sense of security. Children, like adults, need to feel they have choice and control in their lives.

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