The Combined Family

by Helen Coale and TAUBE KAUFMAN

Because of the significant rates of divorce and remarriage in the United States, the stepfamily is becoming an increasingly mainstream way of life alongside the traditional nuclear family structure. When people of various age groups and backgrounds are suddenly brought together to cohabitate, specific guidelines will be necessary in order to navigate the complexities of these "new" relationships. The Combined Family: A Guide to Creating Successful...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 030644500X
• ISBN13: 9780306445002
• Release Date: August 1993
• Publisher: Da Capo Press
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.8" x 8.6"

Customer Reviews

An essential how to for relationships after divorce

Taube Kaufman provides practical solutions to the many problems arising from step-relationships. The many stereotypical images of mean step parents don't result because steprelationships are easy. However, forewarned is forarmed, and Ms. Kaufman helps one through the minefield.

Must Read for Those Considering or Living Step Family Life

The Combined Family is an excellent how-to book for those contemplating re-marriage with children or already living in a blended family. Kaufman and Slovenko have found a way to methodically explain the complexities of step family issues as well as provide a road map to navigate the inevitable twists and turns of step family interactions. This is a must read for anyone interested in the subject. Best re-marriage wedding gift on the market!