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Jeannette Lofas

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Founder of the Stepfamily Foundation

Sally Bjornsen

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Creator of the Sassy Stepmother web site and author of The Single Girl's Guide to Marrying a Man, His Kids, and His Ex-Wife

Dr. Carl Pickhardt

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Psychologist and author of Keys to Successful Stepfathering
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Caution: Now Leaving the Comfort Zone

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Wake, eat, work, sleep, repeat. If this sounds too familiar, it's time to change up your routines. Your mind could use the stimulation!
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take it slow

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Your step children aren't going to take to you over night. The best thing for you to do is be patient and focus on being a good partner for their parent. It might take time, but it's better than forcing it right away.

Shared by runnindownadream on 9/5/08
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