I Made the Best Choice for My Kids in an Impossible Situation. I Can’t Believe How My “Village” Is Reacting.
A mother reflects on her difficult decision to accept limited custody of her children after a tumultuous divorce. Despite her love for them, she feels judged by family and friends for her choice. She seeks advice on how to cope with their lack of support during this challenging time.
- ▪The mother discovered her husband's infidelity and faced legal battles for custody.
- ▪She ultimately agreed to a weekend-only custody arrangement to ensure her children's safety and health.
- ▪Despite her sacrifices, she feels judged by her family and friends for her decision.
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Care and Feeding I Made the Best Choice for My Kids in an Impossible Situation. I Can’t Believe How My “Village” Is Reacting. Advice by Logan Sachon April 29, 20266:05 AM Photo illustration by Slate. Photo by Synthetic-Exposition/Getty Images Plus. Copy Link Share Share Comment Copy Link Share Share Comment Care and Feeding is Slate’s parenting advice column. Have a question for Care and Feeding? Submit it here. Dear Care and Feeding, I have two kids, ages 7 and 10. Two years ago, I discovered their dad had been cheating for years. My doctor told me my ongoing symptoms were actually an STI. I can treat it, but I’ll have it for life.
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