FamilyLife Blended®

Do you want to hear something sobering? Kids are not always invested in the success of their parent’s remarriage.

Children in biological families are naturally invested in their mom and dad. But children in blended families are primarily invested in their relationship with their parent which sometimes is in direct competition to their parent’s marriage. It’s really important that you understand this. For example, when you’re anniversary rolls around go ahead and celebrate. Just don’t expect the kids to join you at least not in the early years. But remember, with time and patience, they just might.