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GREAT SEXPECTATIONS: How can I be a good step-mum and relate to a toxic ex partner?
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Woman Alive panel2024-10-07T08:00:00
In our fortnightly column ‘Great Sexpectations’ we answer your questions on sex, faith and intimacy. Drop us an email on womanalive@premier.org.uk and ask us anything. Here, we answer someone who has become a step mother, and wants to know how to deal with family dynamics.
Dear Woman Alive,
I married a lovely man last year, and he has two children from a previous relationship, aged seven and nine. They alternate staying one week with their mum and one week with us. I really like them, but find it hard to know my place as an extra care-giver. My husband’s ex left him, and has been quite toxic. My husband and I are Christians, but she isn’t. How do I navigate this relationship?
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