Stepdaughter's Urgent Medical Needs Ignored by Mother: Parenting Advice

A stepmother seeks advice on how to convince her stepdaughter's mother to allow her to receive better medical care in their home country, as her current care is below standard. The stepmother wants to approach the situation sensitively to avoid worsening the co-parenting relationship. In another question, a parent asks for guidance on addressing her daughter's drive towards unhealthy foods, while sharing her own complicated relationship with food. The advice suggests open communication, involving the daughter in grocery choices, and promoting a balanced and active lifestyle. Lastly, a teenager seeks advice on how to address her father's behavior, which makes her friends uncomfortable. The advice recommends having an honest conversation with her father about the impact of his actions on her friendships.