They're not really that humble or remorseful - and pity is one of their greatest ploys. Children are more likely than adults to develop narcissistic tendencies as a result of the narcissist father or mother. This usually comes out when the narcissist is handling a lot of stress, like when they are engaged in an argument with their partner. They never feel ashamed because they believe they can do no wrong. 3. Narcissists are chameleons who change their behavior to fit a specific agenda or need. She has to help herself before you can do anything to help her. Fantasizing your wife having sex with another manwhy is it such a turn-on? Female narcissists tend to have a group of admirers, such as exes that stay in the picture or even admirers who tend to lurk in the background. .. venting sesh. For now, I will illustrate three of the most common evils that narcissistic women get away with. All you can do is what you can as a father. Research shows what introverts have known all along. If she thinks that someone is doubting her or speaking negatively of her, she is quick to react and fight back. She changed her tune and we got back together, but we ended up divorcing anyway when our daughter was a few years old. If the pregnancy is during idealisation, you should expect to be doted on. He will abuse the children in some way in order to make his spouse regret asking for help if he pretends to take care of them. It is best if you are unable to provide them with that information. It sounds like she has become what she has gone through. In some cases, they may also engage in physical abuse. Kristy Lee Hochenberger is a licensed funeral director, certified life coach, and adjunct faculty member at Syracuse University. Joe and Mary got back together but the good times didnt last very long. Narcissistic women may lie about their birth control or seduce partners at specific times to plan a pregnancy. In 2020, I had a conversation with a narcissist in my building, named Mel, where he openly admitted he purposely cheated on his longtime girlfriend with his high school sweetheart (his first love . They act on all of their desires at any given time, and morality is their ultimate goal. She may decide not to tell you what you deserve to know during the pregnancy but it is her choice. I wish the best of luck to you, my friend. If the parent does not allow their child to develop independence through this possessiveness and excessive control, their child is exploited. Im sorry that you went through that with your ex wife. She plays the victim card. She is overly sensitive to perceived slights.