I know how you feel ! Been a stepmom for 36 yrs. I love him as much as my daughter. My husband said one time to me well i'm in themiddle they are both my kids!!Made me feel real bad! I have great relationship with my stepson! He comes to me before his own mother! That was not right of mother to let him to come to you sick! But that part of it! I think your man need to say he is sorry for calling that nasty name too! lily you and hubby need to be on the same page when it comes to the kids.