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Why Stepparents Feel Jealous of the Other Biological Parent

Every time my stepson mentions something fun he did with his mom I feel this flash of resentment that I immediately hate myself for having.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You're competing for significance in a child's life with someone who has an irreplaceable connection you'll never have.

Ideas that help explain it
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“Where Are You with Blended Families & Stepparenting?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.