Over the last century, sweeping changes in American family demographics have led to the breakneck growth of stepfamilies. Approximately one-third of all weddings in America today form stepfamilies. Despite the prevalence of step-parents as the virtual norm in modern day U.S. homes, direction on how to make stepfamilies transition, forge new relationships, strive and thrive has been scant—until now. Blended taps into the dynamic of this complex family structure, weaving emotional, first-hand stories from parents and children, who overcame serious obstacles to solidify their love, with expert advice from top family experts, to share surefire knowledge on how to make stepfamilies work.