13 Tips for Step-Fathers

“Follow your heart, but be quiet for a while first. Ask questions, then feel the answer. Learn to trust your heart.” -unknown
If you are married to a woman with children from another relationship, you most likely experience tension and uncertainty at times. Whether or not you have biological children of your own, these feelings are common. […]

After Divorce: Happier, Stronger You

Identifying myself as a formerly married person didn’t work. But as a fabulous single woman, I’m smarter and sexier. Here’s how I found the smarter, sexier me.

By Deborah Moskovitch

 When I separated, although I didn’t realize it at the time, I had embarked on an adventure to some mysterious destination yet to be determined
My view […]

Divorce: Lose the Anger, Live Your Life!

Child custody battles and winning child custody, ultimately lead to resentment and anger between the ex-spouses. Typically, when having gone through such an ordeal, this anger will fester for some time thereafter.
This article discusses the benefits (to you and your children) of ridding oneself of this anger. 

Marriage, Divorce, Repeat, Marriage, Divorce, Repeat

Is there remarriage after divorce?  A second try can work if lessons are learned the first time around. In general, successful remarriages require that each spouse work on their own failings.
This article provides reasons for its pessimistic view of divorce and remarriage, but tips for success are presented as well. 

Divorce to Remarriage: Your Step by Step Guide to Step-Parenting

There are only some guide books for step families. If you are interested in remarriage after your divorce, be warned that doing so might be a great challenge.
This article discusses a few of the major issues relating to divorce and remarriage. For example, step-children might show resentment and will be tough to win over. 

Divorce to Remarriage - I’m Just So Mad!

A natural albeit unhealthy outcome of any divorce proceeding is anger. How one manages anger will make a big difference in readjusting to the new reality. Anger management counseling may be in order, though admission will  be the first step.
This article lists situations where you may find yourself getting angry.

Stepfamily Living: Not for Wimps

Most Step Parents enter the world of step parenting woefully unprepared, as evidenced by the 60 percent remarriage divorce rate in America.
This article discusses stepfamily living and provides guidelines, including divorce counseling, dealing with unfinished business,  rebuilding and communication skills.