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Remarried Dad Having Trouble Connecting With Spouse’s Child

How can I have a better relationship with my stepchild? She resists my attempts at friendship and even screams, “You’re not my dad! Leave me alone!” Have I done something wrong? How do I get past this barrier?

May 12, 2017

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