Smart Stepfamily: Seven Steps To A Healthy Family Paperback – May 20, 2014 by Ron Deal

Leading stepfamily expert Ron L. Deal reveals the seven fundamental steps to blended family success and provides practical, realistic solutions to the issues you face as a stepfamily. Whether married or soon-to-be-married, you’ll discover how to

– Solve the everyday puzzles of stepparenting and stepchildren relationships
– Communicate effectively with an ex-spouse
– Handle stepfamily finances confidently
– “Cook” your stepfamily slowly rather than expect an instant blend

This revised and expanded edition has updated research and two new chapters with even more real-world advice on topics such as stepsibling relationships and later-life stepfamilies.