In a comprehensive resource covering dozens of situations, teaches stepparents how to meet and build relationships with potential stepchildren, involve stepchildren in the wedding, handle situations involving the other biological parent, and be involved without overstepping boundaries.

What is a stepparent? -- Dating a parent -- When and how to meet the child(ren) -- Other biological parent -- Moving in --Getting married -- Creating memories with your stepchild -- Rules and discipline -- Infant and toddler stepchild -- Young stepchild -- Teen stepchild -- Adult stepchild -- Legal and money issues -- Managing family events -- Stepsiblings -- Adding to the family -- Various relationships -- Tough decisions -- Your extended family and your stepchild -- Unforeseen problems -- In the event of divorce.