I want my 19-year-old stepdaughter to babysit—my house is not a free hotel.

Creating peace in blended families can be hard, especially when unexpected problems come up. Becky, a mother of a two-year-old, asked her 19-year-old stepdaughter to help with babysitting while she worked, but her stepdaughter refused. Frustrated, Becky told her stepdaughter to start paying rent to contribute to the household. This led to an unexpected argument, leaving Becky feeling upset and unsure of what to do. She reached out for advice, hoping to find a way through this difficult situation.

Here is Becky’s letter:

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