Imagine sharing custody of your children with your ex, only for them to prioritize their new spouse and family over your kids. That’s what happened to this mom, who decided to put her foot down and focus on her sons’ wellbeing. But her ex and his new wife are not happy about it. Let’s dive into the story and see what led to this explosive situation.
The Blended Family Begins

Therapy for the Boys

Court Order and Therapy

New Family Dynamics

Pressure to Call Her ‘Mom’

Uncooperative Ex ♀️

Judge’s Decision ⚖️

Parental Alienation Accusation ️

Unhappy Ex and Wife

Pregnancy and Custody Request

Confrontation Time ⚡

Mom’s Bold Statement

Ex and Wife Call Her Out

Mom Stands Her Ground for Her Kids’ Best Interest ♀️
This mom’s priority is her sons’ emotional wellbeing, even if it means standing up to her ex and his new wife. After the boys struggled with their dad’s new relationship, she put them in therapy, which led to concerns about their environment at their dad’s house. The judge adjusted custody, but the ex and his wife were not happy about it. When they tried to pressure her into changing the schedule, she boldly told them she didn’t care about their household, only her sons’ best interest. Now, they’re calling her names, but she remains steadfast in her decision. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ⚖️
Ex’s new wife demands to be called mom, commenter supports OP

User questions ex-wife’s motives for wanting kids around pregnant stepmom

Putting kids first is non-negotiable

Mom defends putting kids first amidst ex’s drama

Putting kids first, ex and new wife outraged. NTA wins.

Putting kids first and not giving into ex’s demands.

Putting her kids first, she stood up to ex and wife

Stepmom prioritizes her kids, comment approves, predicts issues with ex’s daughter.

Putting kids first isn’t a crime. NTA wins again

Debating whether young children should witness childbirth

Taking care of your kids and seeking therapy? NTA!

NTA for prioritizing kids and setting boundaries. Keep it up!

Putting kids first and exposing ex’s priorities with .

Don’t fall for their trap, stand your ground!
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Being a good mom means putting your kids first

NTA mom prioritizes kids despite ex and new wife’s anger

Putting kids first sparks ex’s anger. Commenter supports. NTA

Ex and new wife’s poor parenting not OP’s fault. NTA

NTA for defending mom’s actions, ex and wife overreacted

Putting kids first wins, ex and new wife lose
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Putting kids first and being praised for it

Putting kids first despite ex and new wife’s anger

Putting kids first even when ex and new wife object

Stick to the court order, don’t let them manipulate you

Parenting comes first. Therapy refusal is wrong. NTA

NTA suggests using a court-mandated communication app. Smart move

Let the kids decide where they’re comfortable
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Putting kids first trumps ex drama. NTA wins.

Ex and new wife prioritize money over kids. NTA

Putting kids first and not backing down. NTA

NTA prioritizes kids, ex and new wife upset

Putting kids first: NTA mom faces selfish ex and wife

Putting kids first, NTA. Ex and wife need to chill

Keep living your best life , don’t let them manipulate you.

Praising the judge and calling out weaponization of daughter ♀️

Parenting with integrity and putting kids first.

Putting your children first is always the right choice. NTA

NTA for prioritizing your kids and being a great mother

NTA stands up to bullies, ex and new wife, like a boss

NTA, prioritize kids, communicate via text. Keep therapy, ignore ex’s demands.

NTA commenter advises OP to document and use a co-parenting app

NTA. Amend custody agreement for full custody and safe avoidance.

Advice for step-parents: never force yourself or your titles on children

Honesty is the best policy, especially with kids around

Putting kids first is a no-brainer

Kid’s priorities put into question by comment, no replies.

Putting kids first makes you a great example

NTA defends putting kids first despite ex and new wife’s anger

Setting boundaries as a parent.

Putting kids first, not changing custody agreement. NTA

User defends OP’s decision and insults ex’s behavior. NTA

Witnessing the birth of a half-sibling can be emotional

Accusation of manipulation and financial motives in custody dispute.

Putting kids first, ex and new wife furious. NTA

Ex prioritizes new wife over kids, NTA for putting kids first

Co-parenting nightmare leads to kids recording abuse. NTA.

Listen to your kids, they know what they need

Denying therapy is not the same as denying Tooth Fairy. NTA

Adults only conversation gone wrong ♂️

Fighting for her kids amidst ex and new wife drama

Aggressive but justified: NTA stands her ground against emotional blackmail

Ex and new wife’s actions overwhelming for kids. NTA

Ex and new wife tried to manipulate OP, therapist concerned. NTA.

Co-parenting drama: NTA for not letting ex and new wife interfere

Mama bear defends her cubs

Putting kids first and therapy is vital. Great job, mom!

Putting kids first, but ex and new wife still cause drama
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