How Do You Relate And Bond With A Step Child?
Thirty years ago separated or divorced parents used to be a rare occurrence. Now the majority of children in your kids classroom have parents living in separate residences. The causes are many but the fact remains that the child needs to be a primary focus of both parents. Now add a step parent into the mix. How to relate to the step child is a challenge especially for an individual with no experience with children. This article will discuss methods to relate to a step child and build the foundation for the future. Treat the child like a person. Children of separated parents know the situation. Odds are other individuals have entered their life as potential future partners for their parent. Be yourself and allow the child to do the same. Allow the child to get to know you. This doesn’t mean going on huge outings but rather simply coloring a picture or going rollerblading. Take time where focus is on the child. They are individuals with their own thoughts and ideas. The child deserves t
