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Stepfamily Systems .com . Shared-parenting &
stepfamily support with an entertaining twist to help keep
the hearts of parents and children connected after divorce and remarriage. . From the desk
of Tricia Powe, the original UNtherapist & Stepfamily Strategist: . One of the greatest challenges a parent can face after divorce is learning how to navigate the requirements
of co-parenting. While a few parents manage well and experience minimal conflict, divorce rates for second marriage hover
around 60% according to divorcerate.org and the Stepfamily Resource Center Fact Sheet. Our research project tells us that unruly stepchildren, uncooperative ex-husbands or ex-wives,
insecure stepmoms or impatient stepfathers, child-custody re-litigation and its resulting financial strain are factors in
this divorce rate. Sometimes, the child’s other parent becomes known for child custody interference, parental alienation
behaviors and, fearing loss of contact with their grandchildren, former in-laws can make things worse. What’s
a mom, dad, or newly married couple leading a stepfamily to do to reduce the risks facing their family when all
they
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. Imagine a picture of your family. If you are
remarried, Mr./Mrs. stepparent could be wondering if his or her stepkids will ever accept
him or her as a care-giver, capable of loving and caring for them. In many cases,
this might included trying diligently not to cause harm as their other household's parent, the "ex",
alludes or directly speaks nagative words which tear the heart's loyalties into pieces. The Mr./Mrs. biological parent could be hanging on with every fiber of in his or her being, trying to please his/her former spouse, hoping the two-household setting through which the children are being raised, possibly miles apart and laced with conflict, will not sever their love and relationship. The other parent is a gateway of access to the children. After the adversarial words have been spoken, the children are more likely to misinterpret words as critical, mean, or threatening instead of caring, This puts them at a bonding disadantage, often increasing difficulties with shared-parenting transitions. Love and loyalty conflicts can distract their academic focus. Arguing and repeated litigation fuel uncertainties and insecurities. Add to the mixture of their emotions those of stepparents wanting to blend, and the kids born into the new opportunity family. They don't understand the complexities of the relationships and depend upon their parents to help them navigate the transitions of family composition as their siblings come and go, sometimes or often treating their parents poorly. What are your questions, fears, and concerns? We can help with our unique brand of support. Amplified coaching puts the power of success in your hands: .
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It is estimated that one out of every 10 children
will experience two divorces of the custodial parent before he or she turns 16 (Furstenberg, 1988).