The Smart Stepdad: Steps to Help You Succeed

by Ron L. Deal

Publisher:

Bethany House

, 2011

Overview

While resources abound for stepmothers, stepfathers are often left to travel a difficult road without clear directions. Ron Deal offers advice for men navigating the stepfamily minefield, including how to connect with stepchildren, being a godly role model, how to discipline, dealing with the biological dad, and keeping the bond strong with one’s new spouse. He gives perspective on what the kids are going through and why things don’t work the same as in a biological family. The Smart Stepdad provides essential guidelines to help stepfathers not only survive but succeed as both dad and husband.

From the Back Cover

The Tools You Need to Be a Great Stepdad

As a stepdad, you’ve taken on a heroic challenge. Leading stepfamily expert Ron Deal equips you to navigate the stepparenting minefield with
· Everyday advice on how to connect with your stepchildren, be a godly role model, and maintain a strong bond with your wife
· Perspective on what the kids are going through--and why things don’t work the same as in a biological family
· Wisdom for handling tricky issues such as discipline, dealing with your wife’s ex, and hugging your stepdaughter

Two chapters for your wife to read and tips for her throughout the book will help the two of you work as a team. This is the survival guide that every stepfather needs to succeed.

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Product Details

• Title : The Smart Stepdad: Steps to Help You Succeed
• Author: Deal, Ron L.
• Publisher: Bethany House
• Publication Date: 2011
• ISBN: 9781441214645

About Ron L. Deal

Ron L. Deal, MMFT, is the founder of Successful Stepfamilies and an expert in remarriage and stepfamily education and therapy. He is author of The Smart Stepfamily and coauthor with Laura Petherbridge of The Smart Stepmom and with David H. Olson of The Remarriage Checkup. Ron is a licensed marriage and family therapist and licensed professional counselor who frequently appears in the national media. He is a popular conference speaker and his video series The Smart Stepfamily DVD is used in communities, churches, and homes throughout the world. Ron is a member of the Stepfamily Expert Council for the National Stepfamily Resource Center. Ron and his wife, Nan, and their sons live in Amarillo, Texas.