‘My husband was married before and I feel like I’m sloppy seconds’ (opens original article in a new tab)

A woman struggles with feelings of insecurity and fear of abandonment after her husband's previous marriage, seeking advice on how to trust his love and commitment.

• A woman in her 30s feels insecure about being her husband's 'sloppy seconds' due to his previous marriage and children.
• The advice suggests that her fear of abandonment is linked to her mental health disorder and recommends therapy to address retroactive jealousy.
• The columnist emphasizes that love is not diminished by past relationships and encourages seeking professional help to differentiate fears from reality.