What to call parent’s s/o?

sweatsandtreats21 · July 2024

We are announcing soon to my dad about my pregnancy. He has a gf who he has been with for 10+ years. She’s kind of like a step mom but she came into our lives when I was an adult so we’ve just always referenced her as my dad’s gf. But we consider her part of the family. I’m not sure if I should just assume she’d want to be called a grandparent name or if I should ask her what she would like to be considered (grandma, aunt etc) she’s also maybe like 10 years younger than my dad I believe. I have an announcement “gift” for my dad but I didnt get her anything so I’m not sure if we should. I’m calling it a belated father’s day gift since we didnt see him then. Probably over thinking….

kamays54 · July 2024

I would just ask her what she would like to be called. I was lucky and both my parents and my husband's parents were already grandparents but I do remember them picking what they wanted to be called. I know my mother-in-law hates to be called mother so we jokingly cross it out on cards and write mom. So I knew she wouldn't like certain names.

As for the gift, if you are framing it as a late Father's day gift then I don't think you need to get her anything. Maybe get her something baby/grandparent related for the next occasion you would get her a gift so she feels involved.

knottie210c943f9d078bc9 · June 12

You’re not overthinking it. It’s sweet that you want to include her. Just ask what she’d feel comfortable with.

knottie6f55c2cdcd00affa · June 25

You’re not overthinking! I’d ask her if she wants a grandparent title. People appreciate being included, especially when it’s done with kindness.

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