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meeting my partners child?

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cal0203 · 17/07/2014 21:50

okay. I wouldnt see myself as a step parent exactly. but I'm pregnant and my partner already has a child (2 years old) from a previous relationship. obviously because I will be having his child's half sibling he wants me to meet his son. I'm not sure I'm comfortable with it or even want to (I'm probably being childish) but we havent been together long, and the idea really scares me - what if the kid doesn't even like me. Confused should I refuse to do it yet? or should I 'man up'?

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JeanSeberg · 17/07/2014 21:51

Oh dear.

alwaystryingtobeafriend · 18/07/2014 00:36

Does your do have regular contact with his child? If so then if you are to have a future with this person you really should meet his kid. But when you are ready.

I'm not going to lie it's a tough job being a step parent and I haven't been in your situation - there are lots of ups and downs. Speak to your DP tell him any concerns you have.
He might be able to put your mind at ease (hopefully)

My DP had 2 kids and I love them to bits / they drive me crazy and I go through stages of wanting them around and being glad to send them back to their mums.

Best of luck xx

purpleroses · 18/07/2014 05:20

I think you need to man up really
At 2 years old the child won't really have much concept of a GF though do you can just meet them as a friend of their dad's to start with. Most 2 year olds are quite cute and happy to have a new person play with them. Why wouldn't they like you? Don't be to physical with your DP when they're around at first. That's the only thing might cause a bit of jealousy.

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