In fact, there are times when the challenges just continue to grow.
One single mother discovered this for herself when her 21-year-old son threatened to move out of her home and move in with his father unless she bought him a new car.
This really put her in a bad situation, and it certainly was not a sign of a healthy relationship.
What could she do in order to ensure that things go as smoothly as possible?
What can any parent who finds themselves in such a tight situation do to alleviate some of the issues?