Choosing to be a family meant ignoring the advice of a well-meaning attorney.

The exciting journey on the road to discovering motherhood in all its beautiful forms -- whether you gave birth to the child or not.

Stepmom and biomom back in the same town -- learning to share the kids.

In a twist of fate, this stepmother finds herself in the position of having to be the stepkid as her dad remarries and learns that it´s not as easy being the kid.

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The dos and don´ts of being a good stepmom -- whether you´ve been one for a long time or aren´t there yet.

Being a "real" mom is about more than giving birth.

Ways to keep all the varied parts of your family close so that your kids benefit from all the people who love them.

Discipline in the blended family: tips to blending your styles as you blend your family.