Synergistic Stepparenting Podcast

#28: Misconceptions About Consistency In Stepparenting


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Hey stepparents! 

Given the unpredictability of the times we’re living in I hear many parents getting advice to create consistency and routines because they help to reduce a child’s anxiety and help them adjust to changes. 

And while this is true, I want to point out the other side of the coin – inflexibility.

Find the show notes for this episode at synergisticsteppaernting.com/28

Covered in this episode:
- How parents common think of consistency
- Why flexibility is important
- What is really at the heart of consistency and why it's critical you, stepparent, know it!
- The importance of self-regulation
- 5 strategies to help stepchildren to cope with expected changes 

Resources: 

For suggestions for how to self-regulate or find calm even during upsetting situations, please check out episode 7 at synergisticstepparenting.com/7 and episode 11 at synergisticstepparenting.com/11 on Stepparenting Sanity Routines.  

I truly hope that this episode has been helpful and that you share it with a stepparenting or blended family buddy, sports mom, or book club bestie you know who could benefit from it. I would so appreciate it!

Until next time, be well!

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