29 Ways to Make Your Stepfamily Work [Paperback]

Kelly Kirkendoll Shafer (Author)

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Stepfamilies can be tough, but they CAN work. Find out how with this unique book!

Regardless of your situation, the challenges of stepfamily life are similar and "29 Ways to Make Your Stepfamily Work" will help you find a clear path through uncharted territory. This compact, powerful book tackles tough issues in a practical, personal and optimistic light. From "Preparing the Children" (Way #3) to "The Ex-Factor" (Way #28), the author gives you ideas and creative tips (based on real-life victories and lessons learned) to make your stepfamily life a success.

* Learn what you can do to help your stepfamily prepare for success

* Discover creative and unique ways to help your fragile stepfamily "gel"

* Find helpful coping strategies in the section on "Staying Sane"

* Learn four ways to build a strong and healthy foundation for your stepfamily

* Find creative and practical ways to prevent and resolve those tough stepfamily conflicts

Use this clear, easy-to-read book to help your stepfamily beat the odds and move beyond surviving to thriving.

About the Author

Kelly Kirkendoll Shafer is a mother of two/stepmother of three, professional writer, speaker and regular contributor to Your Stepfamily magazine, the official publication of the Stepfamily Association of America. Kelly is also the founder of StepfamiliesWork.com, a place where stepfamilies find help, hope and inspiration.

Product Details

• Paperback: 112 pages
• Publisher: Booklocker.com (October 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591136156
• ISBN-13: 978-1591136156
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,970,394 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 29 Ways To Make Your Stepfamily Work, February 24, 2005

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R. L. Harris "Ron Harris" (Knoxville, TN) - See all my reviews
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This is an amazing book that gives real life situations for step-families with clear guidance to improve and strengthen your step-family. It is truly written from the heart and can be of significant value for those who experience the challenges of a step-family with particular emphasis on improving the situation for the children. Every person in this situation should read Kelly's book. There are also some great ideas that can be used for traditional families.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Stepfamily MUST, February 19, 2005

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D. Warner (Greenwood, MS USA) - See all my reviews
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Kelly Kirkendoll Shafer's 29 Ways to Make Your Stepfamily Work is a more than a self-help book...it's a bed-side reference manual for every stepfamily. It provides on-target information I learned the hard way when I began my stepfamily experience twenty years ago. We made it, but Kelly's book would have made the making it easier. I would recommend it not only for stepfamilies, but for grandparents and aunts and uncles of stepfamily units. Know a stepfamily you love? Give this gem of a book. But do yourself a favor. Get yourself a copy first, so you will be ready to help in the bonding process. You'll also find info that is beneficial in all relationships...and you'll want to recommend it to everyone you know who it trying to make family meaningful in today's world.

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Reference Book, April 1, 2005

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Allyn Evans "Founder of QueenPower.com and Au... (Oklahoma, USA) - See all my reviews
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Kelly Kirkendoll Shafer's 29 Ways to Make Your Stepfamily Work is a great read. Even though this book is geared towards stepfamilies, I have to recommend the book to all mothers, fathers and caregivers. Kelly's tips are meaningful no matter the circumstances. Definitely a bedside reference book and a great gift for anyone going through the experience.