Firedancer41
Mom to 5 + 1 angel
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Please someone tell me I am not going to be a terrible mother. I am literally going NUTSO having my step daughter here this week. She is an only child and has to be entertained 24/7. She is 8, btw. I believe that kids are not supposed to be the center of attention ALL THE TIME, but that's how it is with her. I cannot even go outside to have a private phone conversation without her coming out there, sitting by me and then asking questions about what I am talking about. I am trying to set boundaries without being the evil stepmother, but now I am starting to think maybe this is why I have had so many losses because I am not cut out to be a mother.
I finally had to say something to my husband about it because he was frustrated with her after a few hours one day. I said- hello---it's been like that with me ALL WEEK!!! He said she used to be one that could play on her own and not be under adults all the time, but since he married me and her mom got married she has changed.
I am praying that it will be different with my own child because I can tell them to go play in their room or go watch tv in their room. Not really sure of the reason I am posting this, I guess just to get it off my chest!!!!
Don't say that, Amos, you will be a fabulous mother, and very deserving to be, too!
I have a 9-year-old so I feel your pain! She's probably just bored. Are there any kids her age nearby that she can play with? Next time she is due a visit, maybe you can get her some activities to keep her occupied...some sort of craft sets, or some outdoor toys.