New stepparent authority is fragile and easily shattered. That’s why these do’s and don’ts must be a priority.
Until stepparents establish a love-relationship with a child, they are just external authorities, imposing boundaries.
By working together, divorced parents can help their children adjust to differences between homes.
Turn off the blender. Low heat and a lot of time is the key to integrating your stepfamily.
Making the transition in becoming a stepmom or stepdad may be daunting, but it’s very doable.