Stepmothers are outsiders in the natural world, but you can still make a good place for yourself with your stepchildren.

Stepmothers have a harder time because they are the natural outsiders, but stepmothers can make things work better.

Stepmothers must remember they are wives first and parents by default.

What should children call their stepmother?

Dividing up household chores can be a problem in a blended family. Here are some tips.

How to manage stepchildren's snacking and between meals requests.

Stepparents must pick their battles. Work on limited behavior change rather than overall character change.

Behavior management skills are more important for stepparents because the children are more sensitive to punishment from a stepparent. Try positive reinforcement first.

Teaching table manners to stepchildren presents challenges. Rules are made because poor behavior is annoying and rules handled directy by the stepparent are most successful.

Stepchildren's role in keeping up the house and doing chores can be a problem. Here are some ideas to make your house run smoothly.