Had to tell my girls the truth 13 yrs ago my ex walked away from her family. No reasons no...

I wonder about the women who walk out on their kids... That's insane 😕

You may not have been speaking ill of her, only telling the truth about what happened. If you knew the truth made her look bad though then I understand why you never brought it up before. I mean it's still their mother & if they still love her, you don't wanna have to be the one to deliver any news that hurts them. At least that's what I kinda think.

My mom left when I was a kid too. Our dad never told us why or spoke bad about her. He just always said no whenever I asked if we could see her. When we got older we learned a lot more & came to understand things. It takes time I suppose

tammy1 · F

You can always get my help if you want it.

Hazen · 31-35, F

I think it's best to be honest. Thankfully I probably won't need to talk to my son about his dad because he saw how he treated me.

Starcrossed · 41-45, F

Awww that had to have been incredibly difficult to go over with them. I'm so sorry. May you all heal together and become closer than ever.

Umile · 41-45, F

It would probably be hard to explain it to kids.

They'll only appreciate it when they're older.

But, Kudos to you.

Being a single parent isn't easy.

updown2020 · 61-69, M

Well no you did not have to tell them . Remember there are three sides to every story your side her side and the truth . I am not saying you are putting there mom down but do not let them decide and if they want to see her let them because if you stop them they will hold this against you, If your ex sowa not want to aee them that's up to her and on her but she has to tell them, Yes you want to protect them from getting hurt.