Is it because you associate it with a negative connotation?
Interesting, I much rather prefer that then the term step kid or step mom.
I’m with you. It’s the same with “hubby” for me
It makes more sense for some families than others. I'd never use it, but for some, it really fits.
I don’t like it but I use it because people seem to look down on the word step kids and I don’t like saying my kids so…. 🤷♀️
My husband doesn’t like it either. He feels like it others them more. He prefers just saying kid/my kid or saying the technical/legal term of step kid.
@Gabby SAME! if i’m explaining our blended family to someone new then i’ll say my bonus son otherwise they are ALL MY kids
Or bonus mom