When We Blend …

The topic of blended families is one that is close to my heart.  Not only is it something that I have helped many families navigate as a therapist, I grew up in one.  I think blended families are one of the ways that Jesus brings beauty from ashes.  But, they are not without their challenges.…

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Tips On How To Be The Best Stepmom

Join Host Melinda Estabrooks and special guest Ron L. Deal as they chat about HOW to be the best stepmom and how to deal with challenges in your blended family. Ron L. Deal is a marriage and family author, conference speaker, and therapist. His top selling books, online articles, and daily 60-second audio feature FamilyLife…

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It Takes Time

I recently noticed that Kraft is using the hashtag #FamilyGreatly. They have some ads on social media and Youtube featuring videos that make me absolutely do the ugly cry. And do you know what they’re saying? Simply this: there is no perfect family and no perfect parent – but we don’t need perfection to be…

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