Part-time biological parents are sometimes tempted to have an expectation double standard for their kids. But why?

When your kids are with you on a part-time basis, it can be tempting to go easy on them. Maybe you’re concerned they won’t want to come back if expectations are too high or you may have a fragile relationship that could be easily broken. Well, your concerns are legitimate but these strategies teach kids that the world revolves around them. Not a good idea. No, the way to love them is to have equal standards for everyone. Assume they belong and expect them to live that way