Now hes turned to Reddit to ask if hes being a jerk.
Two years later, his dad started dating again and met Mara.
While OP was upset about therelationshipat first, Mara gradually won him over and they became great friends.
He told his dad he didnt want a newmomand wouldnt call someone else mom, either.
In ablogfor MyFamilyWizard, the author suggests five strategies to improve parent-child communication.
First, they recommend getting to know how your child communicates.
Second, avoid lectures.
They wont help you get through to your child any quicker.
Third, listen up.
Fourth, tell positive stories, but carefully consider your childs age and maturity level before sharing.
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