"His house, his rules, his toys. Your house, your rules, your toys. You are not going to convince him to get rid of the skateboard."
"Tell Jake that a helmet and pads are really important to you and ask him to make Lily wear them whenever she skates."
"If he's resistant to all of this, I think you should consider getting her a skateboard for your house, signing her up for classes during your weeks."
"You can make it way less dangerous by ensuring that Lily becomes a safe and confident skateboarder."
Co-parenting requires acknowledging that each parent has their own rules regarding toys and activities. Instead of trying to control the situation, focus on safety measures. Encourage the use of protective gear like helmets and pads when skateboarding. If the other parent is resistant, consider providing a skateboard for your own home and enrolling the child in classes to ensure they learn safely. This approach promotes safety and confidence in the child's skateboarding skills.
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