Marriage Mentoring Ministries of Central California is committed to helping stepfamilies blend their families in a healthy way. Blending families is one of the most difficult things to do but it doesn't have to be messy. The following links are meant to help take you to the best possible resources available to help you be successful. Enjoy!

For information on how you can connect with a stepfamily support group in Central California , email: ron@growyourmarriage.com

Are you buying into the myths of being in a stepfamily? Check this article out to find out what these myths are.
Go to the Stepfamily Association of America website and click on: http://www.saafamilies.org/faqs/myths.htm

Want to read some research on stepfamilies?
Click on: http://www.saafamilies.org/faqs/findings.htm

Want a Successful Stepfamily?
We recommend visiting: http://www.successfulstepfamilies.com

TheStepfamilyLife - A column from life in the blender?
A column by a real-life stepmom discussing blended family life and stepfamily issues. Links to websites and articles on stepparenting, custody issues, research and more. Online bookstore with reviews and free newsletter. http://www.thestepfamilylife.com

Designing Dynamic Stepfamilies
by Gordon and Carri Taylor
Gordon and Carri Taylor are Orange County's leading experts on stepfamilies, having helped start several of the Stepfamily Support Groups presented above. Now you can learn from their wisdom by working through their brand new Video Series called "Designing Dynamic Stepfamilies". This is great for both a group setting and for individual couples/families to watch. Both Christian and secular (non-religious) versions are available. For more information, visit their website at www.designingdynamicstepfamilies.com

How to Win as a Stepfamily
by Emily & John Visher
A best-selling clearly-written, optimistic handbook for prospective and current stepfamilies providing solid information, practical suggestions and comforting support. Relationships old and new are explored with telling examples and sensible advice. A real must-read!

The Smart Stepfamily: Seven Steps to a Healthy Family
by Ron L. Deal
" Ron Deal has given the church and stepfamilies a real gem. Ron compassionately and competently describes the spiritual and relational challenges facing stepfamilies. He provides practical and wise instruction for successfully navigating the stepfamily journey. The Smart Stepfamily is the best book available for stepfamilies that I've seen. I'm convinced it will prove to be a valuable resource for stepfamilies. Buy it, read it, and share it with a friend." - from the review by Dennis Rainey, Executive Director, FamilyLife