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Wanting to move in together - child doesn't want to

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ArriettyCArriettyC · 17/08/2017 17:50

Hello, my son is 11 and I have been separated from his father since before he is born. He has only rarely seen his dad as he lives abroad. I have had no relationships in his life, until a year ago when I met someone special. I am so grateful to have this second chance at a relationship and shared family - he has two slightly older sons and the children get on great. My partner and I would like to start thinking about moving in together and his children seem fine with this. However my son is adamant that he never wants to do this. He likes my DP and everyone gets on well, and we spend lots of time all together, including holidays. However, he has had me to himself his whole life, and really struggles with the concept of sharing me. I would love us to have this chance of family life and I think another adult caring for him would only be beneficial for him. Of course I don't want to do anything he is not happy with though. Has anyone else successfully worked through this situation, and any tips please? Thanks.

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Motheranddaughter · 11/04/2024 07:51

Sandram0006
You should start a new thread

Felic23 · 19/04/2024 12:14

Just to add I think someone has mentioned but it's pretty likely to be very different situation in a couple of years. I am a single Mum to my Son
He is now 15, at 11 I was his world. Right now he doesn't want to know me at all so I think you will get a better response in a couple of years

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