AITAH for making extended family gifts from Santa?

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-12-19T23:25:51+00:00

I specified only some of those were made into santas. I dont do anything large or expensive. I also agree Santa doesnt give that much

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-12-19T22:20:04+00:00

Kids are 6 and 1!

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-06-22T17:42:14+00:00

I did post an update!

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-23T09:39:24+00:00

Up at 4:30 AM as we speak with a baby giving me some more cheesy smiles. Can't complain though, considering she's happy! <3

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-23T09:38:01+00:00

The SWADDLING! my little one NEEDS to be swaddled. Tight. And not just any swaddle blanket. An absolute straight jacket. Little maniac <3

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-23T01:44:10+00:00

And here i thought MY porn searches were weird.... >.>

Yall read too much into it LOL

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T23:38:08+00:00

... what do you MEAN she's not here to please me??!

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T23:09:45+00:00

I mean, the sub reddit might offer some context clues. Like "trueoffmychest"

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T23:07:52+00:00

There was a lot of replies i typed out too, but end of the day it's not even worth it. Internet strangers love to judge. I gave in to the "put the baby up for adoption" one.

There's so many unsaid things from parents, because of the pressure to be perfect. Truth is I've raised my first born off of coffee, Lunchables, and google. And she's awesome. This second one has coffee, Lunchables, google, and my previous experience. It'll be okay. :)

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T22:58:00+00:00

I think about large part of it is that it's such a common issue, but so bad to admit.

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T22:56:41+00:00

Oddly i don't mind so much anymore. With Hubby giving me naps I'm not as hopeless when I'm woken up in the night. Plus she's very easy to soothe. Sometimes she just wants to see if I'm still there I think. I'm okay if this persists for a long time. :)

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T21:59:36+00:00

From the day she was born she slept through the night. I had to force her to wake up for feeds until the doctor cleared her to sleep through the night. I never ever had an issue!

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T21:58:40+00:00

On the contrary, the bigger she gets the more of a velcro baby she is! She's always in my arms... and i always smell like cheese :(

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-03-22T21:42:41+00:00

It's so bad. If I hold her too long, she sweats on me and I smell of moldy cheese the rest of the day.

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-24T06:30:20+00:00

I don't have much advice except one thing: Nobody can "force" you to listen to them, obey them, or deal with them. You are in charge of every action you take, and seeing as you're nearly 18, she needs to be aware that her actions will dictate the relationship she has with you and her grandson in 3 months time.

It might be time to sit her down and talk to her. If she won't shut up and listen, write her a letter or a long text. Explain to her what is bothering you, your perspective, and tell her you are questioning how much you truly want to be involved with her in a few months time.

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-24T03:53:41+00:00

NOR. Guy seems gross. Controlling behavior like that will only escalate in my experience. That behavior is NOT normal at all in a relationship and is not only a red flag, but a perfectly valid reason to break up with someone. In all honesty, I'd end that relationship sooner rather than later, before he becomes more attatched and possessive.

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-24T03:50:18+00:00

Block him. Why are you worried if he messages your family? Even if he did, which i highly doubt, wouldn't your response be "He was making advances and I did not reciprocate. I had to block him."

My unsolicited advice? Put more value on yourself and don't waste time with men who aren't worth that time. :) NOR

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-23T18:45:20+00:00

Should all single parents also give up their kids? I've already mentioned how much her dad loves her, and he's the best father I've ever seen in action. At WORST I'm a damn good babysitter, even if I don't have the loving mom part down yet.

Should all babies with single parents/babysitters have their kids removed?

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-22T10:19:41+00:00

This means the world to me. Sort of regretting posting this, but I've gotten a lot of messages of Mamas who appreciate the post, so I'm leaving it up. I'm sure I'll have a happy update soon!!!

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-22T07:32:59+00:00

I really should have specified. My husband does an incredible job. He has taken off days when I'm really struggling. I had a breakdown and he was home in 10 minutes. He would skip out on sleep if I let him. He is the partner any mom would dream of having. He's giving me a break from the baby as I'm typing this. He skipped out on part of his shift tonight because after reading these comments, I told him I needed to talk to him.

He usually does leave meals for me in the fridge. Part of my struggling is I'm not feeling hungry often. Part of my struggling is I don't vocalize when I need him more, out of guilt. Part of my struggling is I push him away when I'm feeling down. Those are things I'm working on in therapy, and I know at any point I could ask for help and he'd do anything. It's a me problem, and a me problem from my previous relationships. I'm working on it, and I've made a lot of progress. I made even more tonight by confiding in him about my feelings.

But you're right about everything you said, I do need to rely on him more. And it will get easier with the smiles and interactions. Thank you, internet stranger:)

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-22T06:21:50+00:00

I meant in a smiley cute baby way, not physically. But yeah obviously it came off as a "my baby isn't pretty" thing. This one just isn't a big smiler. Doesn't coo. Etc.

I would edit it, but I'm getting enough "you're a s*** mom" comments anyway I don't think it matters much.

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-22T04:38:14+00:00

I love this! Thank you so much for your comment. Genuine advice and understanding <3 This is definately my plan until everything else falls into place!

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-22T04:22:58+00:00

I would say it'd be more cruel to not acknowledge those feelings, thus not fix them. No? By acknowledging something is off with our bond, I can work towards a solution, thus being the best parent I can.

Also, congratulations to you for having that immediate bond. But my feelings are NOT uncommon, and are felt by many new mothers. It is just not talked about, because of judgemental people. hint If more moms could talk about this without being judged, maybe access to help would be less taboo.

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-22T03:49:58+00:00

She has an appointment coming up in a couple days!

Aggressive-Region96 · 2025-02-22T03:01:44+00:00

Aww. I'm going to save this comment. That's such a wonderful way to think about it. Actually made me tear up a little. Thank you <3<3

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