When apart of a blended family it is important to plan ahead, educate yourself and agree on discipline between parents. For a blended family with stepparents it’s important to discuss insurance coverage, who will take the kids to appointments and involve the children in the conversation. A stepparent should learn about bleeding disorders, attend HTC appointments, infusions and practice how to do infusions. Parents should discuss parenting styles so they can be on a united front. Read the full Hemaware article for more on tips for blended families and caring for a child with a bleeding disorder.