The Step-Parents' Parachute: The Four Cornerstones to Good Step-Parenting

by Flora McEvedy

As an ever-increasing number of marriages end in divorce, the traditional model of the nuclear family unit has begun to radically change over recent years. Yet raising another individual’s children remains hopelessly uncharted territory for most adults, and the image of the wicked stepmother still presides. Perfect for any step-parent, this practical and positive guide offers a wealth of advice and a clear, positive path through a subject that is full of negative assumptions. Neatly organized and easy to use, it enables the transformation of even the most problematic household into a happy, rewarding, and stable family.

Genres: Parenting

240 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2010

Reviews

[Eleanor · Rating 3 out of 5]

Overall this was a very helpful and useful book, but I was disappointed with how gendered it was, particularly when discussing how boy children might react differently to a stepparent to girl children, for example.

[Charlotte Gross · Rating 5 out of 5]

While some of the parts of this book weren't super applicable bc they focused on British laws and ideals, overall I found the book very informative and appreciated the research base.