Letting My Husband Become a Stepdad

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Rachel Sarah considers herself a fearless, confident woman — except when it comes to raising her daughter, she writes in an honest essay in New York Times’ Motherlode.

"This is embarrassing to admit," Sarah writes. "I’m a nervous Nellie. I panic. I imagine every worst-case scenario."

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The process of letting her then-fiancé, Chris, grow into the role of stepfather was not without some issues. But after one arcade mishap that resulted in a big fight, Sarah learns to let go. Chris gets more comfortable and intuitive in the role of fatherhood. And a scene at their wedding leaves no dry eye in the house.

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The New York Times’ Motherlode and Yahoo Parenting have partnered up for a week of stories exploring the unique way families come together. From a brother-in-law’s generous gift to an update to the story of the woman, 61, who gave birth to her own grandchild, check back each day for more on both New York Times’ Motherlode and Yahoo Parenting.

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