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The role of a stepmom is full of uncertainty. Creating a functional blended family is a complicated dance of weaving broken bits together with newer, awkward pieces, using a dexterity that can only be learned over time. Whether you’re a new stepmom, about to become a stepmom, a seasoned stepmom, or a stepmom struggling deep in the trenches as you listen to this, I have created a companion guide book that will find a place at your table, no matter what your blended family dynamic is.

Are you exhausted by relentless conflict and chaos, struggling to find peace at home after divorcing a narcissist? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to surrender your family’s well-being to stress and uncertainty. In this concise, practical audiobook, you’ll discover a proven roadmap to break free from toxic dynamics and create a healthier, more stable environment for your children.

Blending two households can feel overwhelming, especially when managing relationships, parenting styles, and financial complexities. Many families face these struggles, but achieving a harmonious and well-adjusted blended family is within your reach. This guide offers practical solutions and proven strategies to help you navigate the journey with confidence.

Descubra el paquete de libros esencial para padres con hijos con TDAH, comportamientos explosivos y necesidades de educación especial. Esta colección integral es una herramienta de empoderamiento, ofreciendo estrategias y apoyo para atender las necesidades de su hijo y fomentar un ambiente familiar positivo. En "Ser Padre de un Niño con TDAH", aprenda estrategias efectivas de crianza, técnicas de manejo y consejos para el desarrollo social y el autocuidado.

Timeless Wisdom for Strengthening Marriage and Families If you buy just one book on Dating, Marriage or Families, this would be the one. No other books provide such a comprehensive, helpful overview of the family life cycle from child development through the golden age of retirement.

What’s missing in your stepfamily? If you’re in a stepfamily, you may feel as if something is missing. You can’t put it into words yet, but you know it’s a problem. Maybe you’re new to this. Maybe not. Still, everything from badly-behaved exes to parenting rifts causes squabbling that disrupts the harmony in your home. The Stepmom’s Book of Boundaries helps you thrive despite rocky relationships, schedule snafus, and more.

This practical and efficient guide for parents of teenagers provides tried-and-true parenting concepts that are sure to help create a peaceful and happy relationship with your teens, and pave their way into a meaningful adulthood. Raising a teenager in the era of fake news, social media dominance, and social unrest is quite a challenge. Not knowing how to help your teenager avoid common mistakes, deal with new problems, and navigate the stormy waters of our modern society is common - especially since most of us parents have been raised in a different society 10 or 15 years ago.

Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to deepen your relationship and understand your partner on a profound level? Do you feel like past traumas and hidden biases are affecting your relationship, leading to misunderstandings and conflicts? Are you seeking practical tools to boost intimacy, trust, and emotional connection with your partner? If so, then this book is for you.

Fans of Blake Crouch, Tananarive Due and Paul Tremblay won't want to miss this electrifying thriller, where family, power, and the relentless pursuit of justice collide in a world turned upside down. DHS Special Agent Ruth Baker's life spirals into chaos when a subway hijacking reveals a cryptic countdown and chilling disappearances. Teaming up with Detective Rafiq Husain, who shares her unnerving experiences, they unearth a sinister conspiracy tied to a quantum virus named Vinash, engineered by Ruth's late husband, Ashwin. Summoned to the White House, Ruth uncovers the horrifying truth: ...

New York Times best-selling relationship expert Maggie Scarf shares in-depth stories of seven remarried couples - revealing the unique challenges they face as they strive to achieve lasting intimacy and familial harmony. Through cautionary tales and stories of hope, Scarf offers guidance for handling everything from children who reject the new family dynamic to the thorny issue of money. Loaded with practical wisdom and searing accounts, The Remarriage Blueprint is a definitive road map to a happy, thriving, integrated household.

Unlock the Secrets to a Fulfilling Marriage! Are you ready to transform your marriage from ordinary to extraordinary? Look no further! In "The Big Book of Marriage," Dr. Scott and Leah Silverii offer profound insights, practical wisdom, and heartfelt encouragement to help couples navigate the beautiful journey of matrimony. What's Inside: 1. Healing Hearts, Restoring Bonds: - Discover how to mend wounds, forgive, and rebuild trust. - Learn powerful communication techniques to bridge emotional gaps. - Explore the art of vulnerability and emotional intimacy. 2. Thriving Together: - Dive into ...

Are the complications of second marriage threatening the foundations of your relationship? Pick up this powerful guide for restoring your love. We all long for love and connection, but outside influences, past memories, and stepfamily adjustment make marriage especially challenging for those who were previously married.

Playing fake fiancée to a retired basketball star was not my plan. Especially when he’s off limits and my brother’s best friend. No thanks to fate, I’m seated next to Evan on a plane jinxed with bad turbulence. Instead of ignoring the man I’ve learned to hate because of his neglectful family ways, I'm faking an engagement to help win joint custody of his daughter. When Evan plants an unexpected kiss on me in front of his ex, something changes inside of me. The more I see him spend time with his daughter, the more I question my harsh judgements of him. That one stolen kiss ignites a...

Ryan and Jess blended their families after losing their spouses to cancer in 2010. This has led to an unexpected and often hilarious journey. Blended with Grit and Grace invites you to walk alongside them and learn what it's like to have eight kids under one roof. With wit and wisdom, Jess offers fresh perspectives on managing different parenting styles, developing family traditions, and meeting the special needs of your family.

The Manager Mom Epidemic is the first book that not only acknowledges the fact that moms are burning out, but shows you how to transfer responsibility for daily tasks from yourself to your partner and also (gasp!) your kids. Clinical psychologist and child discipline expert Thomas W. Phelan, PhD, walks you through real-life situations and shows you how to step back from the things that are dragging you down.

A change of station is in your future, Flyboy… Elliott 'Copperhead' Trent's life is filled with adventure and distance, creating a very lonely existence. An untimely death of a friend brings to the spotlight a chance he never imagined. He’s willing to defy the miles that separate him from the broken family – making an offer he never imagined. Prepare to take flight, ready or not! Sarah’s world shatters with the loss of her husband, finding solace in the unwavering support of her best friend, Elliott. With four lively children and a whirlwind of chaos, the late-night calls, heartfelt...

Are you considering remarrying but feeling a mix of excitement and worry? Concerned about blending families or repeating past mistakes? Comprehensive Guide to Remarriage Success offers essential advice, proven strategies, and real-life insights to help you navigate the complexities of remarriage and build a strong, joyful partnership.

A stepmother constantly sees to others' needs - those of her spouse, her kids, his kids, their kids. She also has to work so hard to maintain her marriage or deal with the emotional turmoil that can follow divorce and marrying again, that she may neglect her own needs. It's no wonder, then, that stepmothers often ask: Who's taking care of me? This is where Sue Patton Thoele steps in, offering practical advice and emotional support in a new edition of her book, The Courage to Be a Stepmom.

Never have a one-night stand with a celebrity. Especially if he’s your best friend’s billionaire brother. Jaxon Pierce thinks he’s irresistibly charming. But to me he’s annoyingly arrogant and I can’t stand him. When my best friend found me living in a rough neighborhood, she turned to her brother for help. Now I’m the journalist assigned to cover a story on Hollywood’s most eligible hunk. And not only am I under his roof …I’m under him. I promised myself I wouldn’t fall for his act, but one look in his piercing blue eyes would make any woman’s panties drop. Once I ...

Find time for yourself without the guilt! Do you desperately need a break but struggle with guilt for taking time for yourself? As a mom, there's an endless list of things you need to do. Taking time for yourself may feel unimportant or even selfish. But you're tired of living in survival mode and desperately need a break. As a life coach for moms and yoga and meditation teacher, I would be honored to help you finally get out of survival mode so you can be the mom you’ve always dreamed of being!