DLHS Hour 2 | Son calls stepmom mommy

DLHS Hour 2 | Son calls stepmom mommy

From The D.L. Hughley Show by Urban One Podcast Network

June 12, 2026 · 12 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of a child calling a stepparent 'mom' and explores various perspectives on respect and emotional connection in blended families.

Things hit closer to home with a spirited “Question of the Day” about whether a child calling a stepparent “mom” crosses the line, with perspectives ranging from respect and boundaries to emotional connection—mirroring real-life blended family dynamics where experts say kids often choose labels based on comfort and bonding.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: D.L. Hughley

Topics covered

  • blended families
  • stepparents
  • parenting
  • emotional connection
  • boundaries
  • respect

Keywords

  • stepparent
  • mom
  • family dynamics
  • question of the day
  • boundaries
  • emotional connection

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