Step parenting books

[Festivalgirl83]

Just wondered if anyone could recommend any books on step parenting and integrating children etc. We have hit a bit of a rough patch with each others children and would like to see if there are any good books to take advice/tips from.
Thanks

I haven't read any books but had a bit of a Google a little while ago and came across a lady called Kristen Skiles who runs 'Stepmomming'. She sends out weekly emails and has a blog which can be an interesting read. I think she had a Facebook group too, but I'm not on Facebook so not sure what that is like xx

This is a good book.

@Festivalgirl83 How old are the children?
FYI I am launching The Stepmothers Club in a couple of months. It will be a support network with blog articles and resources + coaching on 1 to 1 for specific issues. As a member of the Mumsnet Influencers programme, I will be able to blog on Mumsnet too in the future. Keep your eyes peeled.

The children are 10, 9 and 7
Be really helpful to hear about this thanks

I found the book Stepmonster good, and also The Step Parents Parachute

@Festivalgirl83 Do you want to explain what issues you are going through so that we can help?

@FlorenceTSC main issues are around my DD and DP's DD who fell out on holiday, relationship always ok before no real falling out. Bit of jealousy on both sides I think and insecurities as both compete for my DP's attention. Also a controlling ex wife of DP who rings often complaining if her DD has been upset over something trivial even if we have already sorted it in our time.

@Festivalgirl83 At that age, girls start having attitude and it is normal that they are competing for attention. It's not uncommon for girls to start falling out with some friends around 10, as they start building a strong sense of self, finding their voice and defining who they are. I would definitely advise you to have a chat with them, maybe separately first, in order to find out what happened. Siblings argue, so it's no surprise that your daughter and stepdaughter do too.
As for your partner's ex wife's reaction, she is probably only trying to be involved in what happened at your house, whether to feel included or to pose as the mother saviour. I understand that this is irritating, and if it is really bothering you, then your partner should have a talk with her.