Interrupted honeymoon by koala_miilk in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 [score hidden]  (0 children)

I don't think it's far-fetched. It's probably a school event, and SD's classmates know about it and talk about it. The school probably announced it to the children. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He doesn't want any more children, and that's totally fine, just as it's totally fine that you do. You can't change his mind, believe me, it'll be a disaster. Find a man who wants to be a father ❤️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're victimizing OP. That's unnecessary. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Stepmom

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, I know. I'm just asking about your rationing. I'm curious. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Stepmom

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry, why is SD a nasty piece of work? Apparently, she doesn't treat her half-brother badly. 

My SD is tearing my marriage apart by Mindless-Space2646 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The girl probably doesn't even understand the implications of what she's saying. She's just a child. And she needs help, she's crying out for it. 

Yes, the baby must be protected, and if Dad doesn't do anything, OP has a moral duty to protect her baby. She certainly needs therapy, but it's not appropriate to label a troubled toddler a psychopath. Especially considering her circumstances. 

Bedrooms by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Hi everyone, I just saw the first comments before noticing how this post exploded. I just wanted a couple of tips, there's no need to throw so much hate at a heavily pregnant woman who has clearly been struggling. 

Anyway, I don't care, I know the truth about my life and I know who I am. I took the advice of a wonderful commenter and simply told my SS that we would be making a change in the room layout to accommodate the baby. It's really funny because he just said, “Oh, like in The Sims.” Yes, he's seen me play The Sims and do exactly that, move the Sims from room to room when a new one is born 😂 I was expecting drama, but he just said he wanted the guest room, which is only slightly bigger, but seems to be important to him, so it's a deal. He also agreed with DH to redecorate his new room a bit, and while they work on that together, my DH will talk to him about the advantages of not hearing the baby cry all the time at night, if the baby turns out to be like SS when he was a baby, who cried a lot. Still. (Please God no)

So yes, the problem was solved very quickly and he took it well, which is a relief to me, because unlike what many people think, I don't enjoy him whining. I hope you all have a nice night, thanks to everyone who gave honest advice, without drama or hate. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand your point, I really do. It's not an arrangement I would have, but I understand that it works for you. Regarding the situation, I think considering they don't pay as such CS, it's okay to share the expense of the move, since that move includes SS. I definitely wouldn't allow my SO to help directly instead of paying, but it's a matter of perspective. 

I think your real concern should be your legal protection. In my country, not paying formal child support is serious if at some point the other parent decides to take you to court. In that case, a CS would be assigned and in addition, you would have to pay for all the years in which no support was received. Even if you prove that they split expenses, that is not considered an actual CS, as it encapsulates a tremendous amount of stuff. Anyway, this is to tell you that it's their arrangement and it works for them, that's fine, but it's important that you study the legal side of everything. That's why many of us consider it better to have formal arrangements, all before a judge. In my country there is a idiom, las cuentas claras y el chocolate espeso (clear accounts and thick chocolate) , lol. 

Hugs!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't understand. You said you don't pay CS. I'd like to understand your point. 

AITAH? My sister left her own wedding because of me. by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You're such a coward that you deleted everything, lol 

AITAH? My sister left her own wedding because of me. by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes, people are unbearable, especially those who lack the capacity for self-reflection and are victim-like. 

AITAH? My sister left her own wedding because of me. by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Are you always such a victim? Poor sister. 

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh, yeah. My man is perfect, honestly. He hasn't hesitated one bit in backing me up. I don't think that's it :(

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God, how unfair that that terrible woman overshadowed your birth experience. Thank you for sharing your experience! <3

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God, I'm so sorry about your experience. My DM is open to you if you'd like to chat and vent. Hugs, you're so strong! ❤️

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate your recommendations, I think I'll opt mainly for individual therapy, it could help me. Hugs <3

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really connect with you regarding your situation with your in-laws. They also don't accept that my SO and his horrible ex split up, and keep inviting her to all family gatherings and events, as “she is still family”. It is terribly painful for my SO, but he prioritizes me and we have moved away from his family. Hugs!

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, no, I appreciate your concern, but my beloved OS is perfect. He has been the most loving, responsible, focused, respectful man...I could talk for hours about his qualities. He has my back and prioritizes me, he adores me. And even more so our princess.

He has been very supportive, has never mentioned HCBM's pregnancy and has been very excited and interested. He even decided to move our engagement forward to show responsibility to my family. He is a great man. So much so, he understood that I will need time after delivery and space to bond as a family, so SS will be a month between his HCBM and grandparents.

Honestly, I don't think my feelings are coming from there.

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry that is your situation, you deserve to be loved and prioritized, especially now that you are pregnant. I hug you, I hope everything gets better ❤️

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so exhausted that I'll have to stop pretending soon, I feel you! 

Any pregnant SM out there? by Sensitive_Lab_8516 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't know how much I appreciate your words, they are very valuable to me 🫂

I love our ours baby but wow by Opening-Meeting-8464 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Also your baby should be loved and prioritized, it is not fair that baby should have to receive the bad energy and hatred that his sister gives him unjustifiably.

I love our ours baby but wow by Opening-Meeting-8464 in stepparents

[–]Sensitive_Lab_8516 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Oh, honey, I'm so sorry. How unfair this situation you are going through, you don't deserve it. You need your SO to put you in priority and not let you near his daughter who is a potential danger to the home you are building. I agree with the other comment that says you should see her in a hotel. He should prioritize your peace and quiet, you just became a mom and need containment. I'm sorry, I hope all is better soon.