There are few things I fight about with my partner; in fact, we are so alike that on the rare occasions we do fight, it's exhausting and confusing. The most popular topic of debate is our parenting differences.

I do not ever want my love to feel unable or incapable, but conflict arises as I, too, struggle with insecurities as a parent-in-training. There are no manuals that come with children; all that parents have to help them are the templates that have been passed down to them by their own parents and caregivers. The blended family has even more challenges. Whether it is as a straight or an LGBT family, having a new family member is a difficult adjustment.

By Alex Karydi

Alex is an Internationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor that has been trained in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender LGBT related issues. "My intention is to start a movement towards a healthier and more supportive community! Where LGBTs can find each other, learn from one another, and build a stronger support system". Alex's contributions to 10,000 Couples are made available via ezinearticles.com. You can follow Alex on her Blog http://TheLesbianGuru.com! Or by Joining The Lesbian Revolution of Health & Love on http://Facebook.com/TheFemmeGuru