Blending Families
Blending Families
Simple
Simple Step Family Configuration
A family in which only one parent has a child or multiple children from a previous relationship.
Complex
Complex Step Family Configuration
A family in which both of the parents have a child or multiple children from previous relationships.
New Traditional
New Traditional Blended Family Configuration
A family configuration in which the couple has at least one child that is biological or adopted, and at least one child in the family system is from a parent’s previous relationship.
Single Parent Primary
Single Parent Primary Family Configuration
A Step or Blended family system in which one parent primarily provides the guidance and structure for the children. The other parent should be involved in the communication and the development of family rules.
Idealized
Idealized Family Configuration
A Step or Blended Family system in which one or both parents expect the family system to effectively blend instantly.