Blended families

Bozeman Adoption Support Group

This group is designed for parents who are interested in adoption, in the process of adopting, those who have newly adopted, and interested others. EQUIP is a structured, psycho-educationally based group lead by a licensed therapist. We hope you’ll join us as we launch EQUIP for the first season this fall 2011! We look forward [...]

Ages and Stages of Overcoming Obstacles!

Resilient children learn to overcome everyday obstacles by not fearing failure. Mistakes are not something to be afraid of; they give you a chance to try again. Think of it this way: people make mistakes as part of learning. If mistakes are thought of as learning tools, and not something to be ashamed of, there [...]

Helping Children Deal with Divorce

We have long reassured ourselves that children adjust to divorce. Although most adjust, as children of divorce will attest this period can be very painful. Adults can ease the way by following some basic rules: Allow your children to love both parents. You may have unresolved issues but don’t make them the child’s issue. Be [...]

Lack of Time

Many parents worry about raising their children in today’s world. They report feeling dissatisfied with family life and list lack of time and negative influences of peers and media as conditions that inhibit their ability to protect their children. Parents are exploring ways to regain control of their family lives. Here are some ideas if [...]

Step-parenting

Remarriage and step-parenting is often a very difficult adjustment for both children and their parents. The suggestions may help stepparents to ease the fears children feel about their new family structure. Be positive in your response. Be understanding of the fear behind the anger. Offer promise of warmth, friendship, and a special relationship that will [...]