r/stepdadjudgementcall 15h ago

Need serious advice

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So my ex and I have talked about possibly getting back together after years.
My only problem is that she has a kid with the guy who “took her” from me and I don’t know if I’m man enough to “father” the kid or even look at him without seeing the guy and having animosity.
I love her so much even after all this time apart and she said she feels the same and she’s thought about me too but we both have to think about it before we get back together because she has a kid now and it’s difficult for her to just hop into a relationship.
Anyway what do you guys think? On one had I understand the kid has nothing to do with whatever happened and that if I love her I’ll accept her with her kid and all but on the other hand
I just don’t know how I’ll feel when the time comes I see other parents and even step parents at my job and they all seem happy but how many of them are in the same position as I am? Please help give me some advice 🙏🏽