Family Relationships

It's normal to feel like you're in a competitive relationship with your mother-in-law. Here's help with working through the tensions.

Deciding how to address your in-laws can be tricky. Read these suggestions for help.

When you don't know what to call your new in-laws, things can get awkward. Read about some common obstacles to settling this issue.

This quiz will teach you how to interpret body language, a skill that comes in handy when you are meeting with your in-laws!

If you're about to be introduced to your prospective in-laws, these tips will help you make a great first impression.

Organize your family time to include crafts.

By Halimeh Salem

Being a stepparent can make holidays hard. Learn how to make new family traditions, schedules and gifts work in your blended family.

Learn to celebrate the things that have worked in your stepfamily, and continue working on the things that aren't perfect.

Learn the value of having an extended family -- for you, and for your stepchildren.

Read the top ten complaints of stepfathers and biomothers.

Read the top ten complaints of stepmothers and biofathers.

Learn the positive and negative aspects of adopting stepchildren.

Learn the positive and negative aspects of adopting your stepchild.

Learn about policies that allow stepparents to gain authority to care for their stepchildren.

Read how to go about getting help to save your stepfamily from disaster.

Find tips on dealing effectively with stepfamily problems that may threaten your marriage and your relationship with the children.

These tips can help you deal with a stepchild who has physical or emotional problems.

Learn what rights you have as a gay or lesbian stepparent.