Genetically different. DNA separate.. A step apart. Step mom.
ArishMell · 70-79, M
It does matter if they marry, or at least live at the same address and she becomes a substitute for the mother.
Hence the name "step"-mother. The title makes a lot more sense than "biological mother" because that is tautology based on the obvious: everyone can only have one father and mother so anyone taking either's place can only be a "step-parent"
Hence the name "step"-mother. The title makes a lot more sense than "biological mother" because that is tautology based on the obvious: everyone can only have one father and mother so anyone taking either's place can only be a "step-parent"
Adrift · 61-69, F
The siblings would be half brother from another mother.
Or my sister from another mister.
Or my sister from another mister.
DearAmbellina2113 · 41-45, F
BrandNewMan · M
How would the ex-wife have any responsibility with/for the new wife's kids? In most cases, they won't ever be at her home, let alone under her care.
MarineBob · 56-60, M
The only time I refer to my wifes daughter as a step daughter she knows she either screwed up or I'm in a bad mood again