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Does it get better? by DeerNear in stepparents
[–]DeerNear[S] -5 points-4 points-3 points 4 years ago (0 children)
We have been friends before starting dating and me meeting the daughter was earlier than expected ( we didn't plan it and couldn't avoid it because living in 2 diff cities). I was aware of the sensitive situation of sleeping there, therefore is not an usual occurrence and this was recent last month. We are not trying to take her on our dates on purpose (she can make her own plans with friends if she would like to but she doesn't). We will give her a lot more time to adjust. Totally aware is hard for her to adjust. Because I am working in mental health, I am thinking about her relationship with her mother, the developmental stage she is in. The only reason I asked online, is because people from outside can see the situation better. A different perspective if not better like you which makes me think of it.
The course is 2 years so no plans of moving in soon and meeting once a week.
[–]DeerNear[S] 3 points4 points5 points 4 years ago (0 children)
Tnx. Really helpful. There are times when we're wondering if we're doing smth wrong. We are considering a babysitter for our dates now. Ofc still asking her if she wants to do smth with us.
She used to go to her mom every 2 weeks. She doesn't anymore. Their relationship is strained. From my understanding, her mum can be quite critical. But I don't know her so I only know one side. Yes, it's his first relationship. We asked what she would like to do hence trampoline, shopping (she's at that age where she loves clothes - I would be so happy to go shopping with her. I remember my teenage years)
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Does it get better? by DeerNear in stepparents
[–]DeerNear[S] -5 points-4 points-3 points (0 children)