The speaker is grappling with the challenges of co-parenting their 6-year-old stepdaughter alongside her biological daughter within a diverse family “village” that includes the child’s mother, paternal relatives, and grandparents. While appreciative of the love and support provided, inconsistency and differing rules across households create tension. Despite compromising on various matters like diet and screen time, the speaker refuses to compromise on car safety.
https://slate.com/human-interest/2024/03/family-endangering-stepdaughter-car-safety-advice.html