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June 14, 2017

3 Tips for Being a Super Stepfather

June 14, 2017/ Wendy Paris
3 Tips for Being a Super Stepfather

Splitopia.com contributors Naomi Cahn and Amy Ziettlow share their research and insights on how to form a great relationship with stepchildren. 

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Blending Families
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March 02, 2017

Say What?! Communication Tips for Blended Families

March 02, 2017/ Alysia Patterson Mueller
Say What?! Communication Tips for Blended Families

A certified organizer dishes out three crucial tips for organizing the information flow in a blended family.

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March 01, 2017

Why I Got My Ex a Hammock for Valentine's Day

March 01, 2017/ Wendy Paris
Why I Got My Ex a Hammock for Valentine's Day

Divorce is an interactive relationship, meaning your actions can improve the attitude and actions of your former spouse. Here's how. 

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March 01, 2017/ Wendy Paris/
You & Your Ex, Wendy's Blog, Blending Families, Editor's Picks
Valentine's Day, Holidays
February 28, 2017

5 Tips for Organized Co-Parenting

February 28, 2017/ Alysia Patterson Mueller
5 Tips for Organized Co-Parenting

When you remarry and throw in another kid or two (or three), good organization can mean the difference between a harmonious home and total chaos.

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December 14, 2016

Holidays During Divorce, When Your Ex Has A New Partner

December 14, 2016/ Wendy Paris
Holidays During Divorce, When Your Ex Has A New Partner

Our holidays and rituals always evolve. They have to, in order to stay meaningful, whatever our family structure.  

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November 09, 2016

Celeb Fitness Trainers Model Fit Blended Family

November 09, 2016/ Laura Brienza
Celeb Fitness Trainers Model Fit Blended Family

Extreme Weight Loss co-hosts Heidi and Chris Powell take to social media to talk about sharing parenting duties with Heidi's ex. 

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October 26, 2016

Read These (Easy) Rules for Successful Step-Parenting

October 26, 2016/ Wendy Paris
Read These (Easy) Rules for Successful Step-Parenting

A stepparent is not a legal relationship, meaning the connection is what really matters. 

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October 26, 2016/ Wendy Paris/
Blending Families, Legal Advice, Wendy's Blog, Parenting
stepparents, legal rights, child custody, Front Page Middle
October 12, 2016

Who Walks Down the Aisle? 5 Tips for a Wedding with Stepparents Involved

October 12, 2016/ Amy Zietlow
Who Walks Down the Aisle? 5 Tips for a Wedding with Stepparents Involved

Parents, stepparents, step-siblings, oh my! How to honor all those you call family when planning a wedding.  

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October 12, 2016/ Amy Zietlow/
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stepparents, wedding, marriage, families
October 05, 2016

Protect Those You Love in Divorce, and Remarriage

October 05, 2016/ Naomi Cahn
Protect Those You Love in Divorce, and Remarriage

Want to leave your house to your ex?  Let your new spouse make medical decisions for your kids when you're out of town?  Make sure your legal documents are in order. 

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October 05, 2016/ Naomi Cahn/
Legal Advice, Money, Editor's Picks, Blending Families
August 06, 2016

Military Divorce . . . and Successful Second Marriage

August 06, 2016/ Alysia Patterson Mueller
Military Divorce . . . and Successful Second Marriage

This time around, Kamal and Jennifer are dedicated to doing it right.  One military wife reports on love in the trenches.

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August 06, 2016/ Alysia Patterson Mueller/
Blending Families, Your New Relationship
military, second marriage
July 30, 2015

A Successful Blended Family Takes Effort, Honesty

July 30, 2015/ Wendy Paris
A Successful Blended Family Takes Effort, Honesty

Q&A: Start by having realistic expectations, particularly if you have children, says Anne Brennan Malec, a Chicago-based clinical psychologist and relationships author.

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July 30, 2015/ Wendy Paris/
Blending Families, Wendy's Blog, Your New Relationship
blended families, step siblings, stepparents, getting along
March 11, 2015

5 Tips for Parenting, Post-Marriage

March 11, 2015/ Wendy Paris
5 Tips for Parenting, Post-Marriage

Some people become better parents after divorce because they take time to really focus on their children—and are no longer distracted by fights with a spouse.

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March 11, 2015/ Wendy Paris/
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VIDEO: Principle of Parting #2: Take Ownership (of Your Future and Past)
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