Stepfamilies are the fastest growing family type in the UK, but according to a Care for the Family survey, only 7% of those marrying again had received any specific guidance about marrying a partner with children. Yet the issues involved are not the same as for couples marrying for the first time. Stepfamilies are different!

If you are about to get married and form a stepfamily, you can use this course as a couple, with or without the help of a facilitator. It will help you build a strong relationship on which to build your stepfamily.

The course material is on one easy-to-use CD-ROM, so you can print off the material as many times as you like.

From this Step Forward:

• Is a unique and flexible course
• Looks at practical, emotional and financial issues
• Explores issues with former partners and with the wider family
• Offers help in the couple relationship and in parenting relationships
• Can be used in groups or with just one couple at a time

View a sample chapter (PDF 1.23MB)

You can buy this course to work through as a couple at your own pace. There are also some co-ordinators across the UK who will run this course with a small group. Find out what is available in your area.

Cost: £19.99