Dear Valued Users,
It's with a heavy heart that we announce the permanent closure of StepTalk.org on August 31st, 2025.
This decision wasn't an easy one. For over twenty years, StepTalk has been a source of support for stepparents around the world! However, over the years, the costs associated with maintaining and upgrading the site to remain secure, meet current standards and maintain availability have become unsustainable.
We are incredibly grateful for your support, contributions and the community you've helped us build. Your engagement has made StepTalk.org a special place and we cherish the memories and connections made here.
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Thank you for being a part of our journey and we wish you all the best.
Sincerely,
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You don't give very much detail in your post - but if a 4 and 6 yr old are behaving badly it is their Dad's job to correct them. How long has this problem existed; how bad is it?
Sit down with your DH and set
Sit down with your DH and set ground rules for all the kids, polite and civil is expected at all times. Come up with an appropriate punishment.
Nip it in the bud now or else
Nip it in the bud now or else it will only get worse. Luckily they are very young, so a stern talking too followed up by a list of consequences if it continues, should do the trick.
You tell them to cut the shit
You tell them to cut the shit just as you would with anyone at your house.