The Realization

After seeing Whitney’s kindness towards Riley, Audrey began to wonder if she was being too hard on her. She realized Whitney was nothing like an “evil stepmother” instead she was too kind to Riley, she always took care of her. Audrey realized she was being too critical about Whitney. She did not want to associate herself with the stereotype of a mama bear, neither did she want to villainize Whitney, who had been nothing but sweet to her and her daughter.

Shift In Emotions

Audrey felt guilt reaching up to her throat. She knew she had been a dominating monster to Whitney, who had been nothing but kind to her and Riley. Feelings of empathy grew in Audrey’s heart towards Whitney. She could understand it is not easy to parent someone else’s child but Whitney never let that feeling exist between her and Riley. 

Reflecting On Life

Audrey recalled her own childhood experience, about when she was growing up, how she had always heard negative talk about “the other woman” and did not want her child to go through the same experience. She knew Riley liked Whitney and they had become friends over the past couple of months. She was happy that her daughter had one more person who could love her so much.

The Facebook Post

After this realization, Audrey saw Whitney in a whole new light. She had gained perspective and grew soft towards her. So much that she decided to post a picture of Riley and Whitney on her facebook. She posted a picture of Whitney and Riley, and her caption said, “This is my daughter’s father’s girlfriend. The sweetest thing ever! I’m super thankful for her because when my daughter visits her dad, she feeds her, takes care of her, buys her gifts, and takes care of her like her own.”

Co-Parenting At Its Best

Audrey continued to talk about their co-parenting situation, “Why do all these moms act so spiteful and jealous towards the other women? NO ONE said it was easy trying to be a mother to a kid you didn’t have. So when someone is trying, don’t push them away! Because they DON’T need the drama they WILL leave and then you’re stuck with someone who is the evil stepmom.”

The More The Merrier

Audrey mentioned how people should let go of the drama and learn to love more, “Yes, they exist! I see them everywhere! A kid can have two moms because in my eyes the more people that love her I’m happy! I would never make her feel like an outsider; I’m extremely thankful for this girl. Ladies, grow up and focus on being a good mom. Love more hate less!”