I’m mum to a wonderful 23 year old son and (almost) step mum to a lovely 7.5 year old Boy. We are getting married in May. On the whole, we all get along very well. But I do find my partner allows his son to speak to me in a way I find unacceptable. I try to speak my truth as calmly as possible. Not always easy, but I try. The best line I’ve remembered is ‘nobody wants a step mum’ with that in mind, I have struck gold with this little man. looking forward to meeting more step mums, and feeling understood.