Download or read book Growing Into a Family written by Cynthia Geisen and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2015-09-01 with total page 67 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Families blend together for a variety of reasons. Widowed or divorced parents choose to remarry. An ailing or elderly relative can no longer live alone and moves in with his son’s family. A family chooses to adopt a child. Economic circumstances force family members to combine households. Regardless of why it happens, creating a blended family is a process of transition that takes time, patience, humor, compassion, and a whole lot of conversation. In Growing Into a Family, author Cynthia Geisen guides children and the caring adults in their lives through the many questions and mixed feelings that blended families face. In the end, it is love, compassion, persistence, and a large dollop of humor that are really the tools that will help young readers find peace and joy in their family’s new realities.

Download or read book Blended Families written by Maxine Marsolini and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 2000-01-10 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When re-married couples bring their families together, they face unique challenges. Somehow, they must bring unity out of diversity. Maxine Marsolini points to biblical solutions to the conflict commonly found in divorce and remarriage situations. 'Growth and Application' questions make this an excellent resource for small groups or Christian counseling.

Download or read book The Blended Family written by Tom Frydenger and published by Chosen Books. This book was released on 1984-02-01 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on personal experience and expert insight, this book can help your new family learn to work and play together and to love and respect each other.

Download or read book Preparing to Blend written by Ron L. Deal and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2021-09-14 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Premarital Guide for Blended Family Couples If you want to enter a blended family marriage well, this is the book for you. Aimed at engaged or pre-engaged couples who have at least one child from a previous relationship, Preparing to Blend offers wise counsel on parenting, finances, establishing family identity, and daily routines for your new life together. Within these pages you will learn how to: · predict common issues · define expectations · create solutions You, your soon-to-be-spouse, and your children will benefit from exercises designed to accelerate family bonding and help you better understand each other. There is even a chapter to help you plan your wedding with your children in mind, so you can build a strong future together. Preparing to Blend is also an ideal premarital counseling tool for marriage coaches, mentors, and pastors wanting to prepare couples for complex blended family dynamics. If you are considering forming a blended family, Preparing to Blend is the resource you've been looking for.

Download or read book THE PERFECT BLEND written by BERNICE T. JOHNSON and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2014-04-04 with total page 111 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bernice and her husband Michael raised their three children as a blended family in their nearly 30 year marriage. Although Michael transitioned to heaven in 2012, you’ll hear Bernice talk about how Michael led his family graciously and how he loved and provided a close knit environment for them to flourish. Bernice opens up about their family’s ups and downs and how through prayer and perseverance, they were successful in their goal to blend five people together as one unit. This book was written to be a helpful tool to mothers, fathers, foster parents and other relatives who are part of a blended family. By grasping the information in this book and using it for groups or on an individual basis, the reader will find helpful, effective ways to strengthen their blended family. She is confident that anyone who truly trusts, who knows how to love, and will put in the work can win over any obstacle and against all opposition. Bernice is continuing the ministry work which she and her husband shared in preaching and teaching the Word of God. She is an example of living holy, exemplifying compassion, and walking by faith. Her motto is “I’ll never give up on anyone, because God has never given up on me.”

Download or read book Twice the Love written by Erainna Winnett and published by Counseling with Heart. This book was released on 2014-06-10 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Twice the Love is a workbook for children who are adjusting to a new blended family. Using the workbook, children are guided through the changes that are brought about when two new families are formed. Twice the Love helps children understand their feelings are normal and that accepting the new family structure is not betraying the former family structure. Ages 7-12, Softcover, 40 pages Other titles available in the Helping Kids Heal Series Saying Goodbye: Memory Book Memories of You: Pet Memory Book Beyond Being Bullied: A Resiliency Workbook for Kids Who Have Been Bullied Outsmart Test Anxiety: A Workbook to Help Kids Conquer Test Anxiety Better Days: A Workbook to Help Kids Better Understand and Accept Retention A Brighter Tomorrow: A Workbook to Help Kids Cope with Traumatic Events Chill Out: A Workbook to Help Kids Learn to Control Their Anger Mom or Dad's House?: A Workbook to Help Kids Cope with Divorce Broken Promises: When Parents Don't Keep Their Word Cyber Savvy: A Workbook for Kids Who Have Been a Target of Cyberbullying Somebodyness: A Workbook to Help Kids Improve Their Self-Confidence Each workbook in the Helping Kids Heal Series allows children to process their pain through art therapy, self-reflection, and self-awareness activities.

Download or read book Remarried with Children written by Barbara LeBey and published by Bantam. This book was released on 2004-09-28 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It's the most daunting task many parents will ever face: bringing two growing families together into one brand new marriage. But even though statistics show that most remarriages are at high risk--especially when there are kids involved--more and more people are learning how to make them work and more and more kids are coming out of them with their psyches and souls intact. This honest and hopeful book looks at those successes--and at some failures--to show what they have in common: ten essential secrets that are at the heart of a healthy blended family. As a stepparent with six children in a blended family, Barbara LeBey draws on her own family's hard-won success, as well as on extensive interviews and new research to show how to navigate the stresses, sticking points, pitfalls and perils most couples don't even anticipate. Starting with her first controversial secret--that the new marriage comes first, even before the demands of the children--LeBey debunks prevalent stepfamily myths and anticipates common traps. (Among them, money issues, warring stepsiblings, and destructive exes.) A strong advocate for children (including how to guard against fade-out parenting), she also suggests ways that in-laws, schools, and the legal system itself could provide better support for blended families. REmarried with Children is an expert, compassionate, down-to-earth book to turn to over and over again for advice, support and sanity. Key topics include how to: -Meet your children's and stepchildren's needs--without letting them undermine your new marriage -Understand the new roles, new rules, and the new relationships for children and stepchildren of a blended family -Deal with angry and/or manipulative exes--without adding fuel to the fire -Handle key decisions about finances, religion, traditions, behavior and discipline -Maintain healthy relationships with your children's grandparents--and other relatives--from a previous marriage -Recognize warning signs of trouble ahead--and get the help you need

Download or read book Let s Talk About Living in a Blended Family written by Elizabeth Weitzman and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2003-12-15 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a result of divorce and remarriage, many kids in our country will be living with a new parent and new brothers and sisters. This reconfiguration has its own challenges and rewards, and this book helps with both.

Download or read book Estate Planning for Blended Families written by Richard E. Barnes and published by NOLO. This book was released on 2009 with total page 346 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Targeting parents in second marriages who want to provide for their current spouse and their children from both marriages, the author provides sample estate plans and covers such topics as estate and gift taxes in a second marriage, choosing executors and trustees, the latest federal and state laws, and much more. 15,000 first printing. Original.

Download or read book The Blended Family Guide written by J L Dwelley and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-01-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you have a child or children and are considering marriage and possibly blending your family? Look no further! You will encounter unique challenges and sometimes unforeseen circumstances, however with proper guidance and education you will be able to navigate your personal family goals with this blended family guide! - 10 steps on effectively blending your family with the best parenting practices. - Godly principles applied to your everyday living . - Developmental pointers about children's emotional stability. - Tips on getting along with your past relationships. This is a real life guide to my personal experiences with my blending journey, God carried me through. This book is for anyone who is most likely having a hard time trying to navigate through the challenges of blending your family. Me and my wife in this book explain real life scenarios about what we experienced throughout our time of becoming a family and combining ours This will be your go to guide for your modern blended family!

Download or read book What s Life Like in a Blended Family written by Grace Houser and published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc. This book was released on 2018-12-15 with total page 26 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Being a member of a blended family is more common today than it was in the past. More children are members of a blended family, and many of them have important questions. This guidance volume helps readers understand the difficulties and joys involved with living in a blended family. This text was specifically crafted with young readers in mind, and photographs of children interacting with adults will help readers understand the intricacies of living in a blended family.

Download or read book Building Love Together in Blended Families written by Gary Chapman and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 2020-02-04 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Create a Loving and Safe Environment for Your Blended Family Blended families face unique challenges, and sadly, good intentions aren’t always enough. With so many complex relationships involved, all the normal rules for family life change, even how you apply something as simple as the five love languages. That’s why Gary Chapman, the bestselling author of The 5 Love Languages® andnational expert on stepfamilies, Ron Deal, join together in this book to teach you how the five love languages can help your blended family. They’ll teach you: About the unique dynamics of stepfamilies How to overcome fear and trust issues in marriage How to develop healthy parenting and step-parenting practices How the love languages should—and should not—be applied You’re going to face many challenges, but with the right strategies and smart work, your family can be stronger and healthier together.

Download or read book Growing a Family written by Betty Jo Wilcox and published by Covenant Books, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-06-18 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lifting one’s head up to view the family landscape can transpire questions such as, “Where am I?” “How did I get here?” “Why am I here?” and “Where am I headed?” observing the loved ones growing alongside. This may also form questions to which we reflect on the status of their formation. Take a short journey with this parenting handbook, Growing a Family. This will give inspiration to parents and family supports to obtain essential tools to help cultivate the roots of your garden. In it, you will travel through parenting subjects that are attached to personal stories orchestrated with experience and wisdom intended to surface an emotional rainbow. Uncover the gems hidden within your ancestry, gaining knowledge of the “why” when turning through the chapters on the foundation of yourself as well as the precious soul of your child. Dig into the importance of family values and stitching supports to add individual and family strength. You may find comfort in a greater power as you read spiritual happenings written with an open heart poured out in the “Power of Prayer.” Parents and caregivers of children all ages can find tools to use in the unexpected storms of life. Helpful strategies and observations are to be considered when reading about boundaries, babies to youth, and the importance of how we communicate when turning through the “Talk to Me” section of the book. Learn how to look for safety issues that may arise when leaving your children in the care of others with the “Working Parent” chapter. Grow knowledge of things that may cause harm to a family if the unexpected happens, causing a shift of unbalance uncovered in the “Blended Family” section. Laugh, cry, and internalize the creativity told through the words to inspire all of us to nurture our future gardens.

Download or read book Life in the Blender written by May Simpson and published by . This book was released on 2023-10-02 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Is blended family life not what you envisioned? Are your children not be adapting well to the blend? Have you heard "I hate you" from the kids one too many times?You're not alone. The good news is that help is on the way! Finally-a book written just for blended families by blended families.In Life in a Blender, May Simpson guides readers to achieving harmony in the home, so that each family member feels loved, respected, and free to be themselves. May knows the challenges that come with a blended family. At 30, she found herself divorced with 2 small children. She later married and became a stepmom to twins and ultimately adopted 2 boys, creating a beautifully complex family of 8. May knows first hand that blended family life is not easy. Along the way, she learned valuable strategies and lessons that brought more peace and harmony to her home. May and her husband, Joe, recently celebrated 31 years of marriage. Through personal stories from May, her children and other blended families, you will discover the recipe to living a life of harmony as a blended family. It's time for your family to stop merely surviving, and start truly thriving!

Download or read book Our Modern Blended Family written by Danielle Schlagel and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 171 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embrace the adventure ahead with your new blended family—an inclusive approach. Blended is beautiful. But, as one of the 1,300 new stepfamilies forming in the US every day, you know that there are always obstacles to overcome. Our Modern Blended Family can help—celebrating your family's diversity while delivering practical advice, common-sense strategies, and handy tips to help you—and your partner—create a happy, healthy blended family. Together. Written by Danielle Schlagel, a licensed counselor who focuses on blended families (and a proud stepparent herself), this inclusive, secular guide is perfect for all beliefs and backgrounds. It tackles tough domestic situations like a deceased parent, divorced parents, and uncooperative ex-spouses and children. Our Modern Blended Family is a smart, sensible approach to modern parenting. Inside you'll find: Smart, simple solutions—You'll discover ideas that work for your blended family, regardless of faith, identity, or personal background. An inclusive approach—Perfect for all types of diverse relationships and parenting situations, including same-sex couples. Real talk—Even difficult topics like reluctant exes and kids are covered. Discover how you can achieve lasting harmony in your home with Our Modern Blended Family!

Download or read book Blended Family Blueprint written by Tyi and Michael Simpson and published by This Thing Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-16 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into a journey of transformation and joy with "Blended Family Blueprint: The Ultimate Guide to Overcoming Obstacles as a Blended Family + Easy Strategies to Finding Peace and Happiness." This book is a vibrant roadmap, rich in actionable advice and heartwarming anecdotes, meant to turn challenges into victories for all blended families.Through its inviting and empathetic pages, this guide escorts readers to understand the unique beauty of blended families while unraveling the complexities and conflicts they often face. It shines a light on the path to unity, love, and happiness, illustrating that although the journey may be challenging, the destination is profoundly rewarding.Blended Family Blueprint presents step-by-step strategies to lay a robust foundation for your family's happiness. From creating a shared vision to enhancing clear communication, and setting realistic expectations, this book unveils the secrets to fostering a harmonious family environment.This guide is your key to unlocking stronger relationships between all family members. From bonus parents to bonus children, it unfolds the journey to nurture bonds based on respect, understanding, and genuine love. The book provides essential tools for effective co-parenting, aligning parenting styles, and building a fair and consistent discipline system.Managing finances in a blended family setting can be intricate, but with the practical guidance on tackling child support, alimony, and family budgeting, financial peace becomes achievable. And as emotions run high, this guide equips you with the skills to deal with jealousy, resentment, conflicts, and provide support for children grappling with emotional transitions.Above all, Blended Family Blueprint celebrates diversity, advocating for respect and celebration of cultural and religious differences, hence creating a blended family that not only exists but thrives in unity.In essence, this book isn't just a guide-it's a beacon of hope and a companion for every blended family navigating their unique journey. Whether it's a self-purchase or a thoughtful gift for a loved one, "Blended Family Blueprint" promises to be an indispensable resource for families on the path to peace, unity, and lasting happiness.

Download or read book Blended written by Sharon M. Draper and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-10-30 with total page 239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A biracial girl of divorced parents must navigate two different homes—and the dangers outside them—in this “timely but genuine” novel (Publishers Weekly). For eleven-year-old Isabella, splitting her time between her parents’ homes feels like living two different lives. One week she’s Izzy, living in a modest house with her mom. The next week she’s Isabella, living with her dad in a fancy house where they are one of the only black families in the neighborhood. But Isabella is starting to realize that she’s not just switching between houses, nicknames, and backpacks. She’s also switching between identities. When her parents both get engaged at the same time, Isabella doesn’t just feel divided, she feels ripped in two. What does it mean to be half white or half black? To belong to half mom and half dad? And if you’re only seen as half of this and half of that, how can you ever feel whole? It seems like nothing can bring Isabella’s family together again—until the worst thing happens. Isabella and Darren are stopped by the police. A cell phone is mistaken for a gun. And shots are fired.