How to Stepparent (60 Minutes)

This audio book is professsioally produced by one of the greatest names in audio book publishing---Nightingale Conant.It features actors, music and is narrated by Dr. Jeannete Lofas. Actors act out the stepfamily dilemmas and dynamics and Lofas addresses the solutions.This CD is one that we highly recommend for children over ten. It is also great for reluctant men in stepfamilies who have no time to read. We suggest to her when taking trip by car that she simply plays fifteen minutes as a time. Partners are grateful for this easy way of learning.Production values are high and it is the shortest and most entertaining of our audios.

Fathering in Divorce

Discussion concerning the very special challenges of fathers who live in step relationships with their own biological children or with stepchildren.

The Prior Spouse

The prior spouse is a factor that is unique to remarriage. She/he may be a foe or a friend before a remarriage takes place. However, the introduction of any partner most often causes difficulties for the prior spouse and those who are involved with him/her.

Stepfamilies & the Bible

Learn about stepfamilies that existed during the times of the accounts found in the Bible. Learn how they lived and functioned.

For StepKids Only

The greatest wound for a child is the "forever" loss of his home. The impact of divorce is often underrated by society and parents alike. The children of divorce have been called the walking wounded of our society. This audio talks directly to children about how hard it is to be a child of divorce, and a child/stepchild in a remarriage. It directs the child to ask for predictable procedure and roles in each house.

Discipline & Structure

When the family breaks up, the discipline that most often ocurs in the biologically connected family seems to fall away. Parents compete with each other for the child's love and may have a tendency to over indulge and fail to guide/discipline as a single parent.

Baby? Maybe.

All too often women managing the children of their spouses are hesitant to bring any child into a stepfamily. This audio discusses the pros and cons as well as recognizes the natural instincts of most women to bear a child.

Men in Step

The very special challenges of men who live in step relationships with their own biological children are discussed. The difficult issues of discipline versus wanting to please a child are explained and solutions are presented.