I had my daughter when I was 19 and now she's 15 and sometimes I feel more like her sister than her mother, and I don't know if that's beautiful or damaging.
More people experience this than they realize.
Love and friendship with one's child can coexist with healthy boundaries, but finding that balance requires constant recalibration.
“Where Are You with Parent–Child Love?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.