Thursday, January 28, 2010

Successful Blended Families

Successful Blended Families are made, they don't just happen. To be a successful blended family you need to remember that it is a package deal. If one of you has children then you have to work at the relationship with the children too.

Statistics show that the divorce rate for second marriages, are higher than the first marriage. The number one cause, according to the statistics, is the children. Would you like some important insights and solutions that will help you be a successful blended family?

To create a successful blended family, it is helpful for the new parent to be their friends, be patient, and not to try to parent them. Make sure to avoid commenting on your spouses parenting skills and actions with the children until you are alone. This will only serve to undermine the relationship with your spouse, or the children, or both.

Last but not least, Do not take their rejection personally. Children would react the same way with anyone. Children have a habit of jumping to conclusions and trying to make trouble when there is none. Be patient and remember how you were at their age.