Stepfamily Living E-Course

Stepfamily Living Series:

Stepfamily Living Part One: This 9 day e-course identifies the three major challenges that stepfamilies face.  It explores the different losses that all members of stepfamilies go through and the different stages of grief that may follow.  This e-course also explores unrealistic expectations and roles and relationships and helps to form realistic ones.  Parents are also encouraged to consider their parenting styles and to explore how to utilize different techniques for disciplining in order for their to be mutual respect. 

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This 6 Part series are 8-9 days of lessons that are delivered straight to your email. 

Stepfamilies are very dynamic by nature and due to this they do not necessarily have more conflict but rather different conflict situations than the traditional family.  Some of these unique stepfamily dynamics that may create conflict are:

1)      Stepparent-child relationship

2)      Ex-spouses

3)      Visitation

4)      Different house rules

5)      Former In-Laws

6)      Stepsibling relationships

7)      Custody arrangements

8)      Child support issues

9)      Differing parenting values between parent and stepparent

10)   Baggage from old relationships

In addition, adults, adolescents and children have suffered many losses due to the divorce that they unknowling may revisit upon the creation of a stepfamily.

Parenting is a very challenging task to say the very least!  Well, this is one series of 6 that will help guide you to utilize an effective and consistent parenting model.

Free!  Listen to a lesson and sign up for this Email Course Now!

Visit: http://parentcoach.strengtheningourstepfamilies.com/ecourses.html 

Contact Christine Stansbury by emailing cms@strengtheningourstepfamilies.com   
for more information or submit an email form.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Announcement: New Telecourse for Stepparents!

Telecourse-Smart Steps: Embrace the Journey

Visit: www.parentcoach.strengtheningourstepfamilies.com  

• Take charge of your role in your stepfamily now!
• Learn the skills to become the stepparent you want to be!
• Enhance your communication skills in the family and with your partner.
• Understand the evolving stages of belonging to a stepfamily.

The 9-hour research-based program focuses on building family strengths for stepfamily couples.

 

 

The Program will make use of:

• Informational Presentations
• Hands-on exercises
• Group discussion
• Powerpoint presentation

Participants will walk away with:

• Improved knowledge about stepfamilies
• Validation of their experiences
• Strengthened family relationships
• Agreement on family roles
• Enhanced skills in: communicating, co-parenting, managing conflict, and adjusting to change

Telecourse Schedule:

• Optional Free 45 min. Introduction Session (this is an opportunity to meet your cohorts and ask questions about the course.) 

Date: 10/05/08       Time: 5:00 pm- 5:45 pm MST

*RSVP by 10/03/08 to active@strengtheningourstepfamilies.com

*All Session Times are:

• 6:00-7:30pm Pacific Time 
• 7:00-8:30 pm Mountain Standard Time
• 8:00-9:30 pm Central Time
• 9:00-10:30 pm Eastern Time 

*6- 1 1/2 hour Sessions ($15/ea):

• Session 1 10/06/08: Families Today
• Session 2 10/13/08: Changes in You and Your Family
• Session 3 10/20/08: Where Are You Coming From?
• Session 4 10/27/08: Strengthening the Couple Relationship 
• Session 5 11/03/08: Connections
• Session 6 11/10/08: Building Family Strengths  

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  Contact Christine Stansbury by emailing cms@strengtheningourstepfamilies.com. 

 

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New Networking Site for Stepparents

Hello everyone! 

I have created a social network just for stepparents to meet and give and receive support for one another.  Being a stepparent can feel like a lonely adventure!  This site is free and open to all.  So, here’s your chance to meet other stepparents who likely either can relate or help with whatever is going on for you. 

To join visit: http://strengtheningourstepfamilies.ning.com

I look forward to seeing you there!

Christine Stansbury, M.A., L.C.P.C. & Stepmom

www.strengtheningourstepfamilies.com