Stepchildren

Figuring out how to deal with stepchildren can be relatively difficult, especially if you had a short courtship with the parent and you have never really dealt with kids. Know that having stepchildren can be incredibly rewarding, but you should also realize that there will be plenty of bumps in the road along the way. more »

You married someone who has children from a previous marriage and you want them to feel secure and welcome in your new household. Here are some tips for welcoming the children you may only see on weekends and holidays into the family. more »

With the Child Tax Credit, you can reduce your federal tax bill by $1,000 for every "qualifying child." To be eligible for the credit, the taxpayer and the child must meet a series of requirements. They include such factors as the child's age, residency and source of support and the taxpayer's adjusted gross income. more »

Parenting is difficult under the best of circumstances and step-parenting provides additional challenges. These tips can help you be a good step-parent and alleviate some of the common fears and mistakes that are commonly seen in your new role. more »

Let’s be brutally honest—marrying someone with children doesn’t automatically make you a parent. You may act like a parent, but you're not entitled to the position until you’ve earned the privilege. The privilege of being a parent to someone else’s children is earned through considerable pain and sacrifice. Here are ways to keep... more »