Motherhood or Manipulation? Woman’s Cunning Plan to Adopt Her Stepson Sparks Debate

In a tale that blurs the line between love and deception, a woman finds herself at the center of an ethical dilemma. After her husband’s affair, she stayed in the marriage, not out of love for her husband, but for their son, Jay. But here’s the twist: Jay isn’t biologically hers. She adopted him, then filed for divorce. Was it a mother’s love or a long con? Let’s dive into this emotional roller coaster.

A Friendship Blossoms into Family

From Friend to Mother

Fast-Track to Marriage

Becoming a Mother

Marital Bliss Shattered

A Secret Affair Unveiled

A Forgiveness Facade

A Secret Plan Unfolds

A Mother’s Cunning Move

A Long Con or a Mother’s Love?

A Mother’s Fear

A Clear Intention

A Legal Parent

Family Support

Equal Custody

Mother’s Love or Mastermind? A Tale of Adoption, Divorce, and Deception

In a world where love and deception intertwine, a woman finds herself at the heart of a moral quandary. After discovering her husband’s affair, she remained in the marriage, not for him, but for their son, Jay. But here’s the twist: Jay isn’t her biological son. She adopted him, then filed for divorce. Was it a mother’s love or a long con? Let’s see how the internet weighs in on this emotionally charged situation… ‍ ️‍♀️

Debate over woman’s ‘long con’ to adopt stepson sparks controversy

Debate over a woman’s cunning plan to adopt her stepson

Legal battles and parental ties ignite a heated debate. ESH

NTA – OP’s cunning plan to protect her stepson sparks debate

YTA- Adoption as a covert operation? Unhealthy and deceitful.

ESH. Dishonesty and infidelity make for a messy family situation.

NTA OP uses cunning plan to protect her son ‍

“YTA- People are crazy and this is why horrible things happen in the world in the first place, cause people enable the craziness. You are not Jays mother . His mother passed away . Your husbands ex was his “mom” first and you don’t see her acting like how you are over him. You should’ve adopted Jay when you got cheated on 4 years ago if everything you did was for him. If you really cared about Jay you would’ve never stayed and had him bond even deeper all this time ,but this isn’t about him it’s clearly about you .

You met Jay when your husband with with someone else already and still loved him and probably wanted to be his new mommy then .Talking about how you spent 4 years getting in good with the grandparents so you’d have more of a standing to get what you want . That’s master manipulation. You guys married so quickly so you could secure what you wanted and that was Jay . You just wanted to be praised and looked at like a savior for being a motherless child’s mother . You met your husband when you both were grieving and knew everything he was going through and that he was with someone else ,I’d be surprised if you didn’t help end their relationship in the first place . Youre using a child to feel good about yourself .You sound evil and crazy . How many bottles did you make or diapers did you change because you became “mommy” when Jay was 3 .Meanwhile you watched his ex be mommy before you,and during that time frame of him being a baby she was the only “mom” he knew.

You got into a relationship with someone that had a child ,when you break up you should be fully ready to say goodbye to that child too. It sucks but that’s how it happens .Everyday there are step parents that go above and beyond for their step children as if the children are their own . When those relationships end so does that parental role . What you did was not normal and insanely dramatic. You got cheated on and really spent the next 4 years trying to secure a child that you spent probably 3 years being apart of their life .Bet if Jays mom was alive you wouldn’t have done this. No , you would be seen for the crazy ex that you are .Bet if his ex before you would’ve had that baby she miscarried she would be Jays “mom” again ,and once again you’d be looking crazy.

You are delirious and if your ex husband gets a lawyer you’re done for . He’s going to move on and be with another woman so Jay will have a stepmom and you want to stick around playing baby mama to a child that is NOT yours . Unless Jays dad is abusive or a piece of crap dad that Jay needs protection from ,you’re the one that’s going to be the cause of issues in Jays life with your entitlement behavior. No judge is going to entertain a full on custody agreement with child support visitation etc . for a child you adopted one day before you filed for divorce while also admitting all the bs you pulled in writing.

I have a step child that lost their mother as a baby too and I would never do this if me and hubby broke up . You’re insane this is not about Jay it’s definitely about you . If you loved him and wanted him so badly apart of your life and can’t live without him you would’ve adopted him years ago and would not have plotted for all the years you did . “I’m the only mom he’s ever known “ is such a tear jerking notion and what you’re trying to use as a full on justification for your actions ,really it just shows this is about you which isn’t healthy for Jay . Get help .”

YTA exposed as a con artist, sparks heated debate.

YTA’s cunning plan to adopt stepson shocks and horrifies.

A messy situation with deceit, attachment, and conflicting opinions.

Debate over adoption plan: manipulation or genuine love?

Deception, manipulation, and a fractured relationship. ESH in this mess.

NTA! Sacrificed for son’s future, not stealing him. Hypocrisy exposed.

“ESH. Deceitful plan to adopt stepson after affair is vile. “

YTA. Cunning plan to adopt stepson sparks debate. Gone Girl level scheming

Adoption can be overturned? OP’s cunning plan backfires!

YTA: Controversial opinion sparks fiery debate

ESH: Deception, cheating, and a long con. Court drama awaits!

YTA accused of manipulating stepson for personal gain.

Manipulative actions spark debate on stepson’s future and relationships.

Protective stepmother defends her relationship with her stepson.

Adopting stepson through vow renewal: manipulative or heartfelt gesture?

ESH: Drama-filled adoption sparks debate. Is it good for the child?

ESH: Cheating doesn’t justify manipulating and f**king with someone’s head

YTA for manipulating custody to get revenge. Kids deserve better.

Surviving a fake relationship for 4 years? Sociopathy at play!

3 years of planning a cunning adoption scheme, sociopathic behavior!

YTA. Cheating doesn’t justify taking his child away. Selfish move.

Deception or Love? A cunning plan with consequences

Curiosity about delayed adoption sparks discussion on family dynamics

“YTA – Why would you fake love? Conning is not cool! “

YTA. Deceived your husband and didn’t consider what’s best for Jay.
Shame on you.

“YTA. You lied with intent. Will his son think you’re the a**hole?”

YTA! No custody for you!

NTA. Epic revenge on a deceitful ex. You go, girl!

Canadian step-parents can get joint custody. Seems unnecessary and weird.

YTA manipulates man to steal his kid. Evil as heck!

Step-parent’s deceit will have consequences, ESH

YTA and a psychopath! Deceptive plan to adopt stepson backfires!

NTA, but the judge may question your timing.

Curiosity about a mother’s decision after her husband’s affair.

YTA: Manipulating legal rights over an innocent future maternal figure.

Deception and hurt: A cruel plan that crossed the line

“YTA. You deceived your husband and destroyed his trust. “

YTA’s cunning plan to adopt stepson sparks heated debate

YTA’s cunning plan backfires, commenters predict legal destruction and expose

Lying for years? This family’s trust is shattered!

“Stealing his son away”? A custody battle full of deception.