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This site is in the process of being completely revamped.
Please excuse our dust. 11/4/08

Welcome to iVillage's Making A Second Marriage message board supplement for resources.
 
This website is here to add to the message board that we all know and love. Here, you can find book suggestions, individual members thoughts about second marriages, how to find a counselor, and so much more. Please take a look around. If you feel you have something wonderful to share, let the CL know.

Remarriage Tips
from
Sheri & Bob Stritof 

  • Take your time. Look before you leap the second time.
  • Make sure you two have private time alone together
  • Learn how to compromise. You can't always have it your way.
  • Don't try to be a super stepparent.
  • Share your expectations with one another on a daily basis.
  • Fight fair.
  • Keep your sense of humor.
  • Be honest.
  • Set ground rules about dealing with children.
  • Don't put down ex-spouses in front of the kids.
  • Discuss money matters up front before you marry. Make provisions for how your prior assets will be passed down to your chldren in the event of your death.
  • Treat one another with kindness and respect.
  • Learn from your past.
  • Resolve any unfinished business from your previous relationships.

 
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