num_pages: 256
description: A funny, honest, and empathetic resource for the novice stepmother on maintaining sanity, solving hair-raising identity issues, regaining a sense of humor, and surviving what you did for love....What happens when the honeymoon comes to a screeching halt and you're faced with a houseful of rambunctious children, an ever-present ex-wife, and a new husband trying to balance the chaos?This helpful guide includes advice on:• The kids: Adjusting to suspicion, resentment, and biological-parent loyalties• The ex-wife: Living calmly alongside her, whether she's a psycho or the perfect mother• The holidays: Accommodating old family traditions and developing new ones• The sex: Keeping love alive through the kids' bed-wettings and nightmares• The finances: Building safety nets and avoiding financial disasters• The urge to be evil: Accepting it, and then stopping yourself from saying something you'll regret—to him, the kids, or her• Plus an invaluable list of resources, websites, publications, and organizations specifically for the new stepmother
language: English
title: The Single Girl's Guide to Marrying a Man, His Kids, and His Ex-Wife: Becoming A Stepmother With Humor And Grace
titlecomplete: The Single Girl's Guide to Marrying a Man, His Kids, and His Ex-Wife: Becoming A Stepmother With Humor And Grace
genres: Relationships, Self Help, Childrens, Nonfiction, Parenting
ratings_count: 363
publisher: Berkley