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1. Make outings that you and your girlfriend take with all of the
children as pressure-free and fun as possible. Just doing something
fun together can take the pressure off of ?having to get along.? 2. Don?t be critical of your girlfriend?s children in front of them, or in front of your own children. Bring up your concerns with your girlfriend in a private conversation. 3. Encourage your children to share their feelings with you about the divorce, your girlfriend, and her children. This should be done in private with you, and you should try to be as accepting as possible of your child?s feelings. If you already have a good relationship with your children, then this should come naturally. 4. Expect there to be conflict. But you can get help to overcome it by finding a family therapist or coach who specializes in working with blended families to create harmony and friendship. An experienced, objective third party can be an invaluable ally. Good luck!
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