Blending a family can be one of the most daunting tasks that you and your family will face. Add to that the complications of raising teenagers, toddlers, children of different races, and a high-conflict bio-parent and you have a potential recipe for disaster. There is no handbook to how to be a perfect wife, mom, or stepmom but I do have a few tips and tricks that will help your household run more smoothly, your step-kids bond more naturally, and your mind to be more at ease.