When you marry someone who already has children, your role as a stepparent is an important one. Children who have lost a parent through death or divorce are often eager to develop a bond with a supportive adult. Eventually, they cease to feel like your stepchildren...

Giving a child a permanent home is a wonderful thing, and you probably feel excited to be starting the adoption process. After your initial celebration, there are many steps before you can bring a child into your home. The first one is the home study. Being nervous is...