64. Challenges with Step Kids and How to Get Through It

Building a relationship with stepchildren can be challenging, it requires patience, understanding, and effort from all parties involved. Step-parents often face initial resistance, as children may feel loyalty conflicts or lingering attachments to their biological parents. Establishing trust and mutual respect takes time, and it's important to approach the relationship with empathy, open communication, and realistic expectations. Balancing discipline with affection, and finding common interests, can help in fostering a strong and positive bond with stepchildren.Tune in as I unpack the topic of how to get through the challenges with step kids.👉🏻 Did you like this episode? Then be sure to share this episode with your single parent community and tag me on: @lifeatferplusone 👉🏻 WORK WITH ME:Are you looking to build a fulfilling and confident life post-breakup, so you can not only be the best parent you can be but also create a thriving personal life.. then let’s have chat!! www.lifeafterplusone.com/coaching 👉🏻 Life After + 1 Ebook Collection are your guides to walk you through your divorce and break-up and everything single parenting. eBook SupportFOLLOW: www.instagram.com/lifeafterplusoneSUPPORT: www.lifeafterplusone.comCONTACT: lifeafterplusone@gmail.com

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Life After +1" is the podcast that challenges everything you thought you knew about single parenthood. Hosted by Leanne Hutchinson, each episode dives into the real, raw, and often controversial aspects of being a single parent. From co-parenting struggles to navigating life after a breakup, this show offers unfiltered advice, personal stories, and actionable tips to help you rebuild, grow, and create the life you deserve. Whether you're navigating solo parenting, co-parenting, or re-entering the dating world, this podcast is here to support you through every step of your journey.