How to Handle Stepchildren Who Do Not Respect You

Blending two families is a difficult transition that involves patience and communication.

Children hold on to the hope that their parents will get back together, and when one of the parents remarries, the children are resentful and mourn the loss of their family.

They might react to this sadness and resentment by acting out, being disrespectful and distant to the stepparent.

Deal with the issue with a mixture of discipline and love to show the child that while you will not tolerate disrespect or defiance, you care about him and want to be a part of his life.

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How to Handle Stepchildren Who Do Not Respect You