Parenting Together in a Blended Family: Turning Differences Into Strengths<br /><br />When two families come together, love grows—but so do differences.<br />This full-length video explores how blended families can find harmony when parenting styles don’t match.<br /><br />Filmed for parents and caregivers across **Chicago—especially River North, Lincoln Park, and the Near North Side—**it offers calm, practical guidance from licensed family counselors.<br /><br />Follow along with the full article—including the interactive timeline, Chicago map, and counseling resources—at<br />👉 https://www.rivernorthcounseling.com<br />Blended families thrive through calm communication and shared structure.<br />📍 River North Counseling Group LLC · 405 N Wabash Ave · Suite 3209 · Chicago IL 60611 · 📞 312-467-0000<br /><br />Learn how to:<br />• Identify the patterns behind conflicting parenting styles<br />• Build “three-rule” consistency that gives kids security<br />• Repair tension before it becomes resentment<br />• Balance warmth and structure in everyday routines<br />• Recognize when professional family therapy can help<br /><br />Blending a household is rarely simple. However, with empathy, structure, and clear communication, families can transform tension into teamwork and differences into strength.<br /><br />⏱️ Video Chapters<br />0:00 – Why parenting differences matter <br />1:30 – Aligning your parenting styles <br />2:50 – Real Chicago examples: River North & Lincoln Park <br />3:40 – Repair, resilience, and connection <br />4:30 – Professional family counseling in Chicago<br /><br />💬 About This Video<br />This long-form version expands on the quick tips shared in our short. It includes real-world Chicago context—tight spaces, long commutes, and diverse school schedules—and how families can adapt their routines to work effectively in city life.<br /><br />The approach follows the same principles used in counseling sessions: gentle honesty, small consistent steps, and clear follow-through.<br /><br />📍 Where to Get Help<br />River North Counseling Group LLC<br />405 N Wabash Ave · Suite 3209 · Chicago IL 60611<br />📞 312-467-0000<br />🌐 https://www.rivernorthcounseling.com<br />Serving River North, Lincoln Park, the Near North Side, and surrounding Chicago communities.<br /><br />In-person and virtual sessions available.<br /><br />🧭 Helpful Resources<br />• University of Minnesota Extension – Stepfamilies<br />• MedlinePlus – Family Therapy<br />• Illinois Department of Human Services – Parenting Resources<br />
