Dad’s Dilemma: Should His Daughter Call His New Wife ‘Mom’?

Imagine losing the love of your life, left with two young children grappling with the loss of their mother. Fast forward a few years, you find love again, remarry, and hope for a happy blended family. But what happens when your new wife wants your children to call her ‘Mom’? One father is caught in this emotional tug-of-war, trying to balance his new wife’s feelings and his children’s comfort. Let’s delve into his story… ‍ ‍

A Tragic Loss and New Beginnings

A New Love, A New Mom?

The Kids’ Verdict

The Stepmom Dilemma

The Confrontation

The Father’s Stand

Marital Strains

A Father’s Heartache: Balancing Love, Loss, and Loyalty

Caught in a whirlwind of emotions, this father is trying to navigate the choppy waters of a blended family. His new wife wishes to be called ‘Mom’ by his children, a request that has been met with mixed reactions. The son is firm in his refusal, while the daughter is unsure. The father stands by his children’s feelings, causing friction with his wife and her parents. With accusations flying and the threat of therapy looming, the future of this marriage hangs in the balance. The internet has been buzzing with opinions on this emotional conundrum… ‍ ‍

“F**king legend” – OP prioritizes kids’ feelings over new wife’s desires

NTA: Trust your gut, don’t rush into parenthood with her.

NTA: Wife and IL are TA, kids feel mother being erased

Heartbreaking loss, but NTA! Wife’s insensitive language, time for change. ♥️

NTA. Set boundaries and prioritize your daughter’s well-being.

“NTA. Pressuring won’t magically make her call your wife ‘mom’. ‍♂️”

NTA- Clear communication, children’s choice, wife needs reality check

NTA. Your wife should not be forcing this. She is NOT a mother if she is putting herself and her feelings first. Your children are allowed to call both of you whatever they wish. ‍♂️ ‍ ‍

NTA: Wife lied, demeaned late wife, and pressures you and kids. Protect children from her toxic behavior.

NTA. Your kids had AND have a mother, she is still present in their life. You’re doing what a father should do, putting the children first.

NTA. Communication struggles with wife, therapy might be helpful

Resentment and pain from forced parental titles, heartbreaking stories shared.

NTA: Wife’s fuss over title creates unnecessary tension in family.

NTA. Put your kids first, not your in-laws. ‍♂️

Daughter’s decision, not yours. Late wife can’t be replaced.

NTA, wife needs counseling to resolve blended family dynamics.

Putting kids first! NTA for prioritizing their mental well-being.

NTA. Wife’s fixation on titles ruins relationship with daughter.

NTA. Your kids call your wife whatever they are comfortable calling her, no more and no less. ‍♂️

NTA. Stand up for your daughter’s comfort and boundaries!

NTA. Dad’s doing great! Keep up the awesome parenting!

Respecting children’s choice: NTA, wife ≠ mom, forcing ≠ healthy relationships

NTA: Being a great dad

Encouraging kids to call step-parents ‘mom’ or ‘dad’ is manipulation

“Putting my kids feelings ahead of my wife’s. Stay strong.”

Let the children decide what to call their stepparent. ‍

Let the kids decide what to call their parents. ‍ Respect their choice.

Prioritize your kids or risk losing them. Don’t force it.

Step parent pushing for ‘mom’ title, wife involves her parents

Engaging comment and replies about stepmother wanting to be called ‘Mom’

NTA: Stand your ground and protect your children’s best interests.

Putting kids first! Being a great father! NTA

Step-parents and titles: Should they be automatic or earned?

NTA. Dad sets boundaries and seeks therapy for family harmony. ✨

NTA: Daughter’s decision, wife has no authority. Stop making demands!

You’re right! Kids > Wife. Not the a**hole!

New wife wants title of mom, but stepdaughter refuses. NTA.

NTA. You’re doing everything right.

Being accused of stringing her along? Not cool! NTA!

NTA. Your new wife’s insecurity is causing tension in the family.

Persuade your wife to browse AITA and change her mind!

Putting kids first, NTA. ‍ ‍

Stepmom embraces role, respects boundaries. A**hole ex-wife doesn’t.

“Dad puts kids first, wife’s mother calls him a**hole. ‍♂️”

Second wife’s inappropriate behavior and lack of respect

A gem of a comment spreading positivity and support! ✨

NTA – Dad’s Dilemma: Should His Daughter Call His New Wife ‘Mom’?

NTA. Daughter’s autonomy matters. Wife needs therapy for emotional manipulation.

‍ ‍ NTA: Wife’s power play with the ‘mom’ title backfires.

NTA. Kids’ feelings matter. Wife’s parents need to butt out! ‍♂️

NTA – Wife’s selfishness jeopardizes relationship with children. Adjust expectations.

Respectful nanny knows boundaries in blended family dynamics

NTA. Dad stands up for daughter’s autonomy against stepmother’s selfishness.

NTA. Respect the kids’ comfort. Consider ‘Bonus Mom’ instead of ‘Mom’

Wife’s guilt trip about ‘mom’ title backfires. ‍♂️

Fast-paced relationship with kids, wife wants to be called Mom. NTA

NTA, but beware of potential future conflicts with your new wife

NTA. Step-parents should earn respect, not demand titles.

Dad’s dilemma: Is it okay to call stepmom ‘Mom’?

Wife wants to change the terms? ‍♂️ NTA, stick to your guns!

Personal experience: NTA. Don’t force your kid, it can strain relationships

NTA. Take control of your birth control and prioritize your children.

NTA. Kids’ feelings matter. She needs therapy or she’ll drive you away

Putting kids first , questioning marriage , NTA wins!

Supportive dad defends kids’ emotions, standing up for their feelings ❤️

NTA. Putting your child first makes you a great dad!

NTA: Stand up for your daughter and address the manipulation

Making the choice to call family what feels right!

NTA! Dad’s dilemma: Should his wife be called ‘Mom’?

NTA, protect your children’s assets and set clear boundaries.

Insecure stepmom causing drama, time to call a divorce lawyer. ‍♂️

“It’s me or them. Take your pick” “T H E M. Them.” NTA

NTA – Prioritizing title over relationship is a red flag.

Calling stepmom ‘mom’ is not a job title, NTA!