Stepping Up to a Happy Stepfamily

<p>Blythe Ward brings more than 20 years experience to her work as an expert in the art and science of building happy stepfamilies. <strong><em>Stepping Up to a Happy Stepfamily</em></strong> is the culmination of a heartfelt focus on the topic that has endured for many years. As a stepmother therapist and researcher Blythe has a profound understanding of the challenges stepfamilies face and she is determined to share her message of hope with people struggling with the demands of managing an “instant family.” <br> <br></p><p><em>“If you want to feel more confident as a stepparent and learn how to develop practical skills to address daily challenges this book is for you! Blythe has “cut to the chase” in delivering a book that will truly raise your awareness about how successful stepfamilies work… breathes refreshing loving and positive insight into the world of stepfamilies.” <br></em></p><p>– <strong>Patrice McKenzie</strong> M.S. Ed. C.N.H.P.  Therapist Mother Step Mother <br> <br></p><p><em>“… </em><em>the book the growing number of stepfamilies have been waiting for. It's the one book they need to help them navigate the complexities of this family structure. Blythe’s book is a must read practical guide that provides refreshing perspective and essential advice. Her focus on play connection communication and inclusion gives hope for readers and a helpful tool for one of the biggest balancing acts of your life. Enjoyable!”  <br></em></p><p>- Liana Palmerio-McIver R.P. OACCPP Mother Step Mother and Psychotherapist <br> <br></p><p><em>“…the most detailed and practical guide… I highly recommend this book as an educational resource to any parent or mature child that is either in a stepfamily or planning to be in a stepfamily situation… an excellent resource for stepfamilies.”  <br></em></p><p><em>- </em>From the Foreword by Dan Dalton Ph.D. C.Psych.<br></p>