Stepparenting

In the story of Cinderella, the second wife is none other than the wicked stepmother who spends her days plotting against the innocent sweet-natured heroine. In movies, stepdads are rarely portrayed in a positive light, and are often shown to be abusive and distant. Although you may not come anywhere close to these characters when you think about your impending role as a stepparent, do you fear that this is how your stepchild will think of you?

The reality of being a stepparent these days is far from how it’s portrayed in fiction. Though accurate numbers are hard to come... Read more of "Stepping Up to the Plate"»