Stepparenting Site
	Barbara Rice DeShong, Ph.D BellaOnline's Stepparenting Editor

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

Step Moms Are People Too
The frustrating moments of not being considered a "real" parent...

Stepmothers and Teachers and Schools
Stepmothers have a special relatationship with teachers and schools. It's important to not step on the toes of the biological parents.

Stepparenting Sharing Discipline
A frequent stepmother disaster occurs when we attempt to improve the family situation by pointing out to our husband what he does ‘wrong’ in dealing with his children. Regardless of how correct our observations may be, this method of trying to help backfires. The children’s father may well solicit

Stepparenting News
Stepparenting on BellaOnline is help for stepmothers, stepchildren, and spouses with chilren from a previous marriage. Discipline, relationship, and emotional coping strategies are the focus.

Stepparents Play an Important Role in Kids' Lives
"Stepping" into the stepparent role is not always easy -- and stepparents often get a bad rap -- but it's an important role in a child's life.