10 Important things a bio-parent can do
to make life easier for their children

1. Never badmouth other parent/stepparent in front of the children and most defiantly not directly to them.
   
2. Try to include everyone as much as possible.
   
3. Put feelings for other parent/stepparent aside, so the children don't get hurt.
   
4. Allow children to express their feelings for their Stepparent.
   
5. Don't put the children in the middle of arguments.
   
6. Don't use children for your own personal comfort nor personal gain.
   
7. Never put adult situations on children.
   
8. Don't ever make children choose between you.
   
9. Never lie to your children or make broken promises to them.
   
10. And Please Most Importantly Remember: Children will never be smart enough or old enough to have you dump your responsibilities and problems on them.

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