DP has been struggling for years with DSD (14) and her resentment/anger towards him. He has sought a great deal of professional support and advice and difficult though it is, he is determined to do his best for her as a parent, rather than give in to her tantrums and petulance in the short term.
PIL have been vaguely supportive - they consider DSD to be a "victim" of her mother, and totally incapable of controlling her own behaviour when it comes to DP or I. They are prepared to accept that we are in an impossible situation, however, and agree that seeking professional advice is the best way forward.
Unfortunately, DP's sister does not agree. He has just had a ranting message from her, making it clear that she considered his attitude to be totally unacceptable and that she will actively support DSD in her position.
DP is devastated Has anyone else had their family broken apart by a step situation?
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NotaDisneyMum · 26/01/2012 15:08
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