Dear Valued Users,
It's with a heavy heart that we announce the permanent closure of StepTalk.org on August 31st, 2025.
This decision wasn't an easy one. For over twenty years, StepTalk has been a source of support for stepparents around the world! However, over the years, the costs associated with maintaining and upgrading the site to remain secure, meet current standards and maintain availability have become unsustainable.
We are incredibly grateful for your support, contributions and the community you've helped us build. Your engagement has made StepTalk.org a special place and we cherish the memories and connections made here.
We would especially like to thank Aniki for volunteering to be a moderator and for caring so much.
Thank you for being a part of our journey and we wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
Dawn and The StepTalk Team
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yep, read the CO word for
yep, read the CO word for word.
I think the ncp can but
I think the ncp can but should tread carefully. I say that because ideally, it just doesn't sound like a good idea for one parent to make such a decision without the other's consent unless there's a real emergency going on.
Before anything is decided, though, call your attorney to ask about this.
I think it depends on CO. In
I think it depends on CO. In most CO's in Texas it is stated that basically the NCP has the same rights as the CP when the kid is with them. So I would say it would be a yes here.
We tried but the counseling
We tried but the counseling we made an appointment for would not see her without written permission from the custodidal parent. Not sure if it is the law or if they were just being especially careful. In anycase BM desided it wasn't a good idea. Because helping your child cope with big changes apparently is tough for some BMs.
I'm not sure if it's a law,
I'm not sure if it's a law, but the therapists always say each parent has to sign a consent for treatment form before they will see the child.