“Stepfamilies are different! The rules that govern traditional families don’t necessarily apply, and each stepfamily must create its own standards for success. This workbook provides a “trail map” for successful stepfamilies, prepared by expert authors with decades of experience as stepfamily counselors and consultants, acclaimed writers, and stepparents themselves. The result is clear, down-to-earth, authoritative help for stepfamily relationships and parenting in “the jigsaw puzzle family.” You’ll find help here for almost any challenge you’ll confront in stepfamily living: overcoming unrealistic expectations, debunking myths, decision making, building effective communication, establishing sound discipline, handling stepsibling rivalry, working with non-custodial parents—and more.”