Relationships Australia

The candor with which the author and other step-parents share their personal experience paints a realistic picture of the challenges and opportunities for growths that stepparenting brings.

In an easy to read style the author offers practical tips on untangling emotionally laden issues, finding ways to meet needs and making constructive moves towards a healthy future.

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Stepfamily Association of South Australia

Hell...p, I'm a stepmother is a book I would recommend to all step-parents and their partners. Whether you are new step-parent or have been one for many years, you will find this book invaluable.

Sonja Ridden leaves readers with no doubt that being a step-parent is no bed of roses, but that there are also rewards. There is an emphasis on commitment - not giving up! By sharing her experiences (and those of others) she will help you navigate the step-parenting journey.

Cyndi Kaplan-Freiman, author and artist. It's only when you become a step parent yourself and experience situations with which you struggle to cope that you realise the enormous difficulties step parenting can bring. Sonja Ridden's book provides you with step by step insight, instructions and guidance to help you deal more successfully with your role as a step parent. I can thoroughly recommend Sonja Ridden's book, which can save you considerable pain and heartbreak and enable you to (hopefully) enjoy your role as a step-parent.