Not Your Mom! Woman Sets Boundaries with Ex's Kids, Sparks Family Drama 😱

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Imagine being a divorced mom of two, helping your ex-husband with his kids from another marriage, only for them to start calling you 'Mama'! 😳 That's exactly what happened to a 31-year-old woman who's been taking care of her ex's kids after his wife passed away. As much as she loves having them around, she felt it was important to set boundaries and clarify her role in their lives. But when she did, things took a dramatic turn with her ex-husband, leaving her questioning her actions. 🤔 Let's dive into this rollercoaster of a story! 🎢

Divorce, Affairs, and Kids Everywhere! 😵

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Petty Beginnings and a Change of Heart 💔

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Tragedy Strikes, and She Steps Up 🌩️

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Supermom to the Rescue! 💪

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A New Title Emerges: Mama? 🤔

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Taking Matters into Her Own Hands 🙅

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Setting Boundaries with Love ❤️

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Ex-husband's Reaction: Not So Supportive 😠

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Doubts and Guilt Creep In 😞

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Update: A New Nickname and a Tough Conversation 🌟

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Taking Control of the Situation 💪

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Ex-husband's Response: Checked Out 😶

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Apathy and Uncertainty 😔

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A Rollercoaster of Emotions and Decisions 🎢

In a whirlwind of family drama, our heroine finds herself at the center of a heated debate about her role in her ex-husband's kids' lives. After setting boundaries and clarifying that she's not their mama, she's met with backlash from her ex, who accuses her of crushing the kids' spirits. 😢 But she doesn't back down, instead finding a new nickname - Auntie - and taking charge of the situation by discussing living arrangements with her ex. With the ball in his court, will he step up or continue to check out? Only time will tell. 🕰️ Let's see what the internet thinks of this complex situation...

NTA for setting boundaries with manipulative ex, but don't punish kids 😔

YeahIgotanopinion | YeahIgotanopinion

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, but still a great mom 👍

87_north | 87_north

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, but still loving them. Auntie suggestion.

TheoryAddict | TheoryAddict

Single mom sets boundaries with ex's kids, sparks family drama 😱

Mewmewlikethat | Mewmewlikethat

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA. Ex needs to respect them.

GypsyBuckingham | GypsyBuckingham

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA. Explained situation kindly 👍

Alyssa_Hargreaves | Alyssa_Hargreaves

Don't let your ex walk all over you. Stand up! 🚫👞 NTA

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NTA, but document and protect yourself. Potential for custody battle. 🚨

littlefiddle05 | littlefiddle05

Commenter questions ex's fidelity, chaos of work from home parenting 🤔

Traditional-Bed9449 | Traditional-Bed9449

Woman stands up to disrespectful ex, sets healthy boundaries 💪

squidinosaur | squidinosaur

Respectful ex sets boundaries with ex's kids, sparks family drama 😱

Kellymargaret | Kellymargaret

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA gets praised 👏

reclaimation | reclaimation

Setting boundaries with ex's kids as a maternal figure - NTA

Kettlewise | Kettlewise

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, sparking family drama. 😱

fatolderlady2 | fatolderlady2

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, deserves better, time to move on 👏

blingalee1802 | blingalee1802

Ex's issues? NTA sets boundaries with kids, sparks drama 😱

krittengirl | krittengirl

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama, NTA wins.

devilsadvo886 | devilsadvo886

Ex's kids, boundaries, and drama: navigating motherhood after breakup 😱

bitchofeskar | bitchofeskar

Setting boundaries with ex's kids causes family drama. NTA.

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Suggesting nicknames for ex's kids sparks friendly discussion 😊

MzOpinion8d | MzOpinion8d

Commenter warns OP of potential consequences of unlimited generosity. OP explains their perspective and priorities.

1-2-buckle-my-shoes | 1-2-buckle-my-shoes

Don't be a doormat! Set boundaries with your partner's kids 🙌

Mission-Cloud360 | Mission-Cloud360

Commending a selfless woman for setting boundaries with ex's kids 👏

ILoatheCailou | ILoatheCailou

Supportive comment defends woman's boundaries with ex's ungrateful kids.

Cherrygrove-elk | Cherrygrove-elk

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, but still a maternal figure. NTA 👏

knotthemessenger | knotthemessenger

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, but is ex shirking responsibility? 🤔

The_final_frontier_ | The_final_frontier_

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA wins the game 🏀

ollyman97 | ollyman97

Setting boundaries with ungrateful ex after cheating. NTA 👏

mornis | mornis

Unpaid babysitting for ex's kids causes family drama 😱

volatile-ish | volatile-ish

Commenter advises setting boundaries with ex's kids and standing up for them. 👏

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Setting boundaries can be tough, but NTA and truthful 😊

dirtybirdfeeder | dirtybirdfeeder

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, still NTA. 👍

GypsyBuckingham | GypsyBuckingham

Setting boundaries with ex's kids: Don't play wifey for free 💯

partypancakesbacon | partypancakesbacon

Ex's kids cross the line, but OP is a saint 🙌

pixp85 | pixp85

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA.

Melanie-Littleman | Melanie-Littleman

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA.

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Co-parenting civilly with financial support, no drama here 👍

PhantomStrangeSolitu | PhantomStrangeSolitu

Complicated family dynamics... 🤔

dnmnew | dnmnew

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, but how to maintain closeness? 🙂

JWJulie | JWJulie

Stepping up as a mother figure, even if not called mom 🙌

MomIrishTwins | MomIrishTwins

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTY.

jlorde9 | jlorde9

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA.

Accidentloilit | Accidentloilit

Ex's intentions are suspect. Set boundaries and take a step back. 🙏

Quicksilver1964 | Quicksilver1964

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA wins.

emherrera1960 | emherrera1960

Commenter defends woman's right to set boundaries with ex's kids.

gelatoisthebest | gelatoisthebest

NTA OP, but it's time to set boundaries with the father 🙏

No_Recording9016 | No_Recording9016

Single mom suggests suing for child support, husband criticized.

No_Respond_8394 | No_Respond_8394

Boundaries with ex's kids, but what to be called? NTA 💁‍♀️

Extension_Honeydew62 | Extension_Honeydew62

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA 👏

henlochole | henlochole

Ex-husband calling her 'mama' raises red flags. NTA, but cautious.

Khali1987 | Khali1987

Setting boundaries with ex's kids after cheating. NTA 👏

howyoudoin06 | howyoudoin06

Ex encourages kids to call her 'mama', NTA sets boundaries 🙌

FifiIsBored | FifiIsBored

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA.

Angel-4077 | Angel-4077

Ex's boundary issues spark drama, commenter supports OP's decision. 👍

waitingforchange53 | waitingforchange53

Support for NTA who sets boundaries with ex's kids 🙌

kiwi_klutz | kiwi_klutz

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA wins.

dellaevaine | dellaevaine

Set boundaries and stop this arrangement to avoid further harm. 🙏

patrislove | patrislove

NTA but beware of potential half-siblings 🤪

snowboard7621 | snowboard7621

Choosing a more familial title for ex's kids. 👥

WhatABaker | WhatABaker

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA receives support 👏

dce42 | dce42

Ex's manipulation and broken hearts make him the a**hole 😠

Here_WolfyWolfyWolfy | Here_WolfyWolfyWolfy

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA. Miss Leila works fine 👍

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NTA. Ex-husband taking advantage, kudos for setting boundaries 💪

Speakklife | Speakklife

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA. Keep your title.

MobMotherScitah | MobMotherScitah

Compassionate OP stands up for herself and ex's kids. 😍

besupergood | besupergood

Setting boundaries is important. NTA teaches respect for boundaries 👍

throwRA90809 | throwRA90809

Setting boundaries with ex's kids sparks family drama. NTA.

Standard-Candle | Standard-Candle

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, NTA. Verbal abuse not tolerated.

cassowary32 | cassowary32

Ex insults woman providing childcare for his kids. NTA here 👏

juswundern | juswundern

Setting boundaries with ex's kids, but what about being called Aunty?

Scully152 | Scully152

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