Chapter
Dealing with Stepchildren - Who's in Control
30:20 - 36:43 (06:23)
The issue of who is in control when it comes to disciplining stepchildren can cause tension between partners and biological parents, but clear communication and agreed-upon consequences can help prevent conflicts.
Clips
The speaker shares a joke about dealing with a horse when a child misbehaves, and how he discusses behavioral expectations with his stepchildren.
30:20 - 33:12 (02:51)
Summary
The speaker shares a joke about dealing with a horse when a child misbehaves, and how he discusses behavioral expectations with his stepchildren.
ChapterDealing with Stepchildren - Who's in Control
Episode4 Emails - A bonus cast
Podcast2 Be Better
When dealing with a seven-year-old's behavior in a blended family, it's essential to have a clear understanding of what is and what is not acceptable, and both the biological and step-parent need to have a conversation about when it's appropriate to step in.
33:12 - 34:48 (01:36)
Summary
When dealing with a seven-year-old's behavior in a blended family, it's essential to have a clear understanding of what is and what is not acceptable, and both the biological and step-parent need to have a conversation about when it's appropriate to step in.
ChapterDealing with Stepchildren - Who's in Control
Episode4 Emails - A bonus cast
Podcast2 Be Better
The importance of implementing consequences for a child's actions immediately and the negative effects of giving second chances instead of consequences are discussed in this podcast.
34:49 - 36:43 (01:54)
Summary
The importance of implementing consequences for a child's actions immediately and the negative effects of giving second chances instead of consequences are discussed in this podcast.