Everyday life in a blended family

A blended family brings together different families' habits, routines and feelings. Time, openness and clear agreements help you build a shared everyday life.

You will need

• Time and patience
• Shared rules
• A shared family calendar

Steps

1. Give it time

   It often takes years for a blended family to take shape. Don't expect an instant sense of belonging.

2. Agree on rules together

3. Let the biological parent lead on parenting

4. Respect the child's relationship with their other parent

5. Make one-to-one time

6. Create new traditions

7. Get support

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