Are we the only ones who want to avoid budgeting for the holidays?! Can't we just spend whatever we want to bring a little happiness to our blended family this one time per year? We wish that were the case. The truth is budgeting in a blended family is more about relationships and emotions than it is about money. As you head into the holidays this year, consider adopting these 4 mindsets…they may just keep you connected as a couple and as a family!

It's natural for us to view new relationships through the lens of our experiences with previous partners. Even though we may have left our past behind and we're moving on, sometimes circumstances in our current relationship can remind us of a negative experience from the past.

In this episode, we'll talk about why this can be so challenging and then give you 3 specific action steps you can take to get over those hurts and triggers from your past.

Eventually, step-couples feel stuck because their parenting-styles seem to be so different. Their differences often lead to conflict — but what if there's more to the story?

In this episode, we'll explore what parenting-styles really are — and what most couples really mean when they are feeling frustrated that their styles are just too different. Then we'll offer practical insights and resources that will help you take the next step toward getting united in your parenting.