However, their success rate is disheartening.

Stepfamily studies suggest that about 60 to 70% of marriages with children from previous relationships fail.

Consequently, stepparents can struggle to adjust to the existingfamilyculture and deal with the tension from biological parents.

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These children are not yours, says Derek Randel, parenting expert and certified stepfamily coach.

Similarly, they shouldnt ask or demand the titles mom or dad.

Experts also recommend against interfering with co-parenting discussions or decisions.

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