371: Double Standards In The Blend
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Lori and David discuss the unique challenges and double standards faced by stepparents in expressing their feelings compared to biological parents.
Lori and David dive into the unique challenges stepparents face in expressing honest feelings, especially compared to what's acceptable for biological parents. They share how phrases like "I need a break from my stepkids" or "sometimes I don't even like my stepkid" can spark criticism, even though similar comments about one's own kids are met with empathy. The conversation highlights double standards, societal expectations, stepfamily resentment, and the reality of blended-family emotions. Lori and David also discuss favoritism among grandkids, the importance of kindness, and how small acts can make a big difference when someone's struggling. In this episode: Update on the upcoming release of the Nacho Kids Book and Companion Workbook Things You Can Say About Your Own Kids But Not Step Kids The Impact of Honesty in Step-Parenting Communities Specific Examples of Double Standards in Parenting Language Perception and Reality of Step-Parenting Criticism Favoritism Among Grandkids and Step-Grandkids Complex Feelings Are Normal in Stepfamilies The Importance of Kindness and Empathy Everyday Acts of Kindness Tune in for honest stories, laughter, and reminders that you're not alone if…
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