Christine Brown Breaks Down! Feels Like a “Terrible Mom” as Paedon Chooses to Live Near Janelle 💔 The newest episode of Sister Wives delivered one of the most emotional moments fans have seen in years as Christine Brown tearfully confessed that she feels like a “terrible mom” after learning her son Paedon has decided to move closer to Janelle instead of her. What started as a casual family update quickly spiraled into heartbreak, vulnerability, and raw honesty that left viewers stunned — and deeply sympathetic toward Christine. The scene begins with Christine sitting on her patio with fiancé David Woolley, talking about her excitement to have more of her kids nearby. But that joy fades fast when she reveals that Paedon, her only son, has made the surprising decision to relocate closer to Janelle’s new home instead of moving near her and David. “He told me he wants to be closer to Janelle,” Christine says, her voice cracking as she wipes away tears. “And of course, I’m happy he’s staying with someone safe, someone who loves him — but I’d be lying if I said it didn’t sting.” David gently tries to comfort her, telling her she’s done an incredible job as a mother and that Paedon’s decision doesn’t change that. But Christine shakes her head, struggling to hold back sobs. “I just… I feel like a terrible mom,” she says through tears. “I thought once I left Kody, my kids would all want to be near me. I thought they’d follow my lead. But maybe I didn’t make things as easy for them as I thought.” Her words cut deep — not just for her, but for the fans who have watched Christine’s years-long journey from a struggling plural wife to a woman rediscovering her worth. Seeing her question herself again after so much progress is absolutely heartbreaking. Throughout the episode, producers cut to confessionals where Christine opens up about the guilt that’s been eating away at her. “When I left Kody, I didn’t just walk away from him — I changed the whole family dynamic,” she admits. “And sometimes I wonder if my kids paid the biggest price for that.” Meanwhile, Janelle speaks in her own interview about the situation, clearly sensing Christine’s hurt. “I didn’t ask Paedon to move near me,” she says gently. “He made that decision himself. I think he just feels comfortable here — he knows I’ve got space and I’m always cooking for the kids. But I know Christine’s feelings are probably hurt, and I hate that for her.” The honesty and empathy in Janelle’s words only make the situation more emotional, as fans see two women who love each other deeply but are now caught in the messy reality of blended family bonds and shifting loyalties. Later, Christine confides in her daughter Aspyn, saying she feels like her relationship with Paedon has changed since her split from Kody. “He’s such a good kid,” she says softly. “He’s strong, independent — maybe too independent sometimes. But I miss him. I miss when it was just us, when we still felt like a team.” Aspyn hugs her mom tightly, reassuring her that Paedon’s decision isn’t about rejection. “Mom, he loves you,” Aspyn says. “You gave him his strength. You taught him to stand on his own. That’s not failing — that’s parenting.” The moment is incredibly moving, and fans online were quick to share their support for Christine. Social media lit up within minutes of the episode airing, with hundreds of comments praising her vulnerability and honesty. “Christine is so real,” one viewer wrote. “The fact that she admits her insecurities after everything she’s overcome just shows what a genuine, loving mom she is.” Another fan posted, “This broke my heart. Christine’s done nothing but love her kids fiercely — Paedon choosing Janelle’s area doesn’t mean he’s choosing against her. It just means he’s growing up.” Even Paedon himself has spoken publicly in past interviews about his deep love and respect for both Christine and Janelle, saying he feels blessed to have two maternal figures who have supported him in different ways. Still, that doesn’t ease Christine’s pain in the moment. In her final confessional of the episode, she reflects on the lessons she’s learning as her family continues to evolve. “I wanted so badly to build this new, happy life — for me and for them,” she says quietly. “But I’m realizing happiness doesn’t always look the way you expect it to. Sometimes it means letting go of what you thought it would be.” The episode ends with Christine sitting outside as the sun sets, holding her phone and staring at a photo of her and Paedon from years ago. She smiles sadly through tears, whispering, “I’m proud of him. I always will be.” It’s a raw, emotional ending that perfectly captures the heart of Sister Wives — love, growth, and the bittersweet pain that comes with change. Fans are already calling it one of Christine’s most powerful moments ever on the show. As one viewer put it perfectly: “Christine isn’t a terrible mom. She’s just a human one — and that’s what makes her so easy to love.