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