You re no idiot, of course. You know how to push a toddler on a swing, the recipe for the best gooey chocolate chip cookies, and even how to get teens to confide in you. Your own kids think you re hip, too (although they d never admit to it). But when it comes to figuring out how not to come across as the wicked stepparent, you feel like you need a magical potion.
Don t reach for the garlic yet! The Complete Idiot s Guide to Stepparenting gives you sanity-saving advice for dealing with the stepfamily, getting to know your stepchildren, and feeling confident in your role. In this Complete Idiot s Guide you get:
--Tips for dealing with the dreaded first meeting.
--The top 10 complaints of stepmoms and stepdads and how to deal with them.
--Disciplining do s and don ts.
--Practical suggestions for dealing with the Ex.
--Expert advice on making time for romance!