How to navigate step mom life
I don’t know how to deal when yes I’m not trying to replace bio mom but I’m still expected to love step child as if they were my own . How ? I can’t when I’m so restricted which is fine out of respect but then also how do I face the struggles with continuing on with my life and my daughters when by default step child has a separate life outside of us . I constantly feel like damned if I do damned if don’t .
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It's hard, but find a balance. Love them as best as ur heart would allow u. It's ok if u have moments where u need to step back and regroup. As long as u have a supportive partner who helps u navigate the role and understands when u need a break during that difficult moment. As long as u come back, refreshed, ready to love again. I wish u the best of luck.
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The struggle is real!!! I love my stepson most of the time as if he is my own, but sometimes when he does something that makes me feel upset, it's not hard for me to love my own son more in that moment, if that makes sense. Our role as a stepmom is so tricky. Like you say, we aren't replacing bio mom, but we are a huge part of our stepchild's life. I find that my husband is helpful in helping me know where I should stand/what I can do to fulfill my role as a stepmother. It's a lot of supporting, and filling in where my husband can't, due to work, especially with transportation and taking care of my stepson's basic needs when he's with us. If this doesn't make any sense, I apologize, and you can let me know 😅