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loopsaloo · 03/01/2023 11:25

Hi everyone
I'm finding all these threads very interesting and helpful. I have a problem with DSD (25) and not ready to post about it but knowing you're all here is really helping.

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fajitaaaa · 03/01/2023 12:38

Glad you're finding it helpful

loopsaloo · 03/01/2023 15:53

Wondering if anyone has any experience of adult stepchildren? My DSD (25) is causing me a lot of stress that I can't verbalise and really need some advice

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Pleaseaddcaffine · 03/01/2023 16:21

Quite a few on here do and not married but kinda stepson is an adult. What's up?

loopsaloo · 03/01/2023 16:29

I'm really concerned about being outed 😬

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Lostmyway86 · 03/01/2023 16:32

I have teen stepchildren. Understand the complexities and anxieties around step-families. Happy to listen and offer any advice.

fajitaaaa · 03/01/2023 16:42

Things that can help prevent being outed:

  1. Change username if you've posted before elsewhere on the site.
  2. Change minor details - eg. Ages/sexes, locations.
  3. Talk more generally about the issue ie. Has anyone had experiences with older adult dsc who keep stealing their makeup?

Ultimately though the decision is yours and I understand your reluctance.

Also please note if new around here that some people just like to have a go at stepparents for fun but there are supportive posters in amongst it all :)

SpaceshiptoMars · 03/01/2023 17:51

The biggest problem is that she was there before you were! If you start a relationship when young, free and single, then it is you and DH as the main couple and all else flows from that. When someone else has a 20yr head start on you for a close relationship with your dp, it gets complicated. Very complicated.... Throw in wider family taking sides and not wanting/absolutely bloody refusing to integrate a new woman into the family, and you need all the wisdom you can take onboard.

As a new stepmum, you are not just finding your feet with a new man. You are simultaneously trying to keep the entire family sweet. Tall order. Every move you make is scrutinized, and you might as well put cameras in all common rooms now because nothing will be private from then on, and at least you'll have evidence later!

Do I sound cynical? Anyway, if you move in with dp, an adult daughter is already the lady of the house, so tricky, tricky, tricky. If dp moves in with you, you are lady of the house, but there's still a tussle for the kitchen and protests at any rules/restrictions, however reasonable.

Adult children may have expectations of financial/housing support that depend entirely on your income and capital. That can come as a bit of shock.

thestepmumspacepodcast · 05/01/2023 20:43

Oh love, just popping on to say Hi and you aren't alone! Adult step kids can be really difficult so you have my empathy. We are here if you need a place to chat x

ElaOfSalisbury · 05/01/2023 21:36

I have 17 and 19 year old SD. I thought it would be easier as they got older. So wrong - the challenges are just different.

Palava57 · 12/01/2023 12:07

SpaceshiptoMars everything you say is eerily familiar!
Hope the OP will be back to discuss a bit more specifically though after 7 years experience not sure I have words of wisdom to offer…

Caramia23 · 13/01/2023 16:43

@loopsaloo I have a 22 year old dss causing a lot of issues at the moment. Not sure I'd have great advice but I do understand.

loopsaloo · 13/01/2023 23:48

Thanks everyone. Still not confident that my post will be pulled by DM

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