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Etiquette on giving gifts as a step parent
Christmas is fast approaching and as a new step parent I was wondering what other SM do when it comes to giving presents. Do step-parents usually give separate presents to their step-kids? Is it reasonable for DH to give presents on behalf of both of us?
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bio parent contact during the other parent’s time with kids
Has any bio parent needed to make contact with BM/BD during their visitarion time - particulalry at the start and end, in order to coordinate pick up/drop-pffs? What typically happens during changeover? I just want to know how interaction can be avoided. I suppose it can be difficult if either parent is running late for pick up/drop off for any reason. If this happens they would need to make the other parent aware.
What is effective co-parenting and how do you go about it?
A continuation from my last blog, I need some help as I am very new to all of this. I have only recently become a SM to 2 very young boys. I am still trying to find my feet with this as I haven't quite decided how much I woudl like to engage with my SC in their day to day life - although I am currently interacting with them frequently and we do get along. I have also made it very clear to DH about my other boundary - under NO circumstance do I wish to interact with BM. I just can't being myself to doing this for my own mental health.
communication and boundaries - when to give a child a personal phone?
What is the consensus regarding appropriate means of commuication with BM?