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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I have seen all kinds of arrangements.  I know one in which the stepmom is known by both her first name and Mom, like "Stacey-Mom".  And I think if the kids already know the new partner by first name, like if it's a family friend or something, then it's very hard to transition to a parental title.

I would consider it really inappropriate to encourage or require a child to use a parental title with an unmarried relationship of less than a year.  But in that situation, the title is the least of your problems.   [/quote]

I'm 14:49. This was our situation. I chose to let the title issue go because it was really important to me not to bring DD into adult conflicts involving parental relationships to the extent possible. Her dad does that enough without my help. It's my priority as her stable parent to make sure she feels secure and supported as much as I can, including supporting relationships she values, even if I don't approve.

But MAN, did I grit my teeth when she told me she was excited to spend some of Mother's Day with both of her moms![/quote]

Gaaaaah.  At least one of you is happy... My DD does not get along with my ex's new wife, so that leads to a lot of drama.[/quote]

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