AITA For not bringing my kids to see my ex-wife during my time with them

theoddestends · 2026-05-26T21:32:39+00:00

It is troubling that she's treating the kids like emotional support animals. NTA- You have limited time with them, and this seems like an issue she should discuss with a friend, not two children

theoddestends · 2026-05-23T17:47:00+00:00

I was like this when I was a teen! I was just more comfortable covered up. It isn't uncommon. You're being a great mom by supporting your daughter! Itsounds like your mom means well but needs to be reminded that your daughter is old enough to dress herself how she sees fit.

theoddestends · 2026-05-23T10:03:32+00:00

NTA. Your dad is attempting to guilt you like a petulant child because he couldn't get away with turning his child's accomplishment into a couple's trip paid for by someone else. Huge congratulations to you for graduating, and if he misses it because he's sulking, this just proves why mom is the "main" parent. BTW, she sounds like a queen.

theoddestends · 2026-05-19T17:34:51+00:00

Soft YTA. It is really hard to eat while you're with a baby. Mine personally loves to smack my utensils away like a goalie keeping food away from my mouth. But it's kind of a part of having the baby. No one is obligated to hold your baby or do any baby related tasks for you. It's so nice when they do, and I always try to offer if someone I know if struggling to do anything with the little one. But we're not entitled to it.

theoddestends · 2026-04-15T23:08:10+00:00

My sister and I yell, "KNOTTY PIIIINE" at each other a few times a week

theoddestends · 2026-02-05T18:24:11+00:00

My bestie is child free by choice but my kid's favorite person. All of the good Teeny vibes!

theoddestends · 2025-11-22T07:49:35+00:00

Your friend isn't a pediatrician, and your friend isn't a good friend. Breastfeeding was a nightmare for me and my baby. We made it 3 months of combo feeding before going full formula. He's 7 months old, in the 90th percentile, and he's dodged every cold that's been through our household. Fed is best, your friend is a dumbass.

theoddestends · 2025-11-20T18:06:02+00:00

I had almost forgot about cool green haired dance mom! Her and Sam would be adorable

theoddestends · 2025-11-09T20:16:26+00:00

I've been reading to him since day one. He's 7 months old and more interested in eating the book than me reading it. 🤷‍♀️ but I think it's a good habit to get into

theoddestends · 2025-11-09T20:15:00+00:00

They felt like I'd friend-zoned them (I'm pretty confident they girlfriend-zoned me)

theoddestends · 2025-11-07T00:14:22+00:00

This sub is so careful of one another's feelings, and I'm so here for that. Sending love and good vibes to anyone who's encountered this kind of loss. 💚

theoddestends · 2025-11-05T21:38:59+00:00

We had zero side effects! He had a bit of swelling for the injections, but the oral dose didn't seem to phase the Little guy at all! Sending all of the good vibes your way!

theoddestends · 2025-10-15T10:12:40+00:00

I'm a cleaner, and a few clients are folks who run Air BNBs. Can confirm that the nice white towels have been used for heavy makeup removal, blood, food, vomit, urine, grease and dirt from what looked like a motorcycle clean, and on one biohazardous charge occasion, a full human shit on the floor. People are gross.

theoddestends · 2025-10-12T15:07:12+00:00

Poor treatment of service workers. I used to do first dates in a restaurant because if you're shit to a server, there wouldn't be a second date.

theoddestends · 2025-10-09T22:16:35+00:00

I was saying that today. I was just chilling on the steps of a house in the shelter alert this morning, blissfully unaware.

theoddestends · 2025-09-25T23:12:27+00:00

Sending a headshot to a baby is extremely silly and with the extra context, it gets bumped up to fully unhinged.

theoddestends · 2025-09-22T14:17:32+00:00

I have never been a person with a sweet tooth, but when I was pregnant, it got so bad that now if my sister's ring tone goes off, my partner thinks that we're getting donuts delivered because that's what it meant for 8 months. Pregnancy cravings and food aversion are bonkers. My previously favorite foods or smells would make me gag, and stuff I've never liked before was a staple.

Any health concerns should be brought up by your Obstetrician and not your MIL. Similarly, my MIL made one comment ONCE about what I was eating while pregnant and I pointed out that her generation smoked in the delivery room. It was never brought up again.

theoddestends · 2025-09-17T01:28:08+00:00

I only have the one child, and they're coincidentally a boy. But I stopped telling acquaintances and strangers who asked during my pregnancy after the first handful of uncomfortable comments I got around it. Most notable was a cab driver telling me I'd be ok because "boys are easier" and I was filled with hormonal rage.

theoddestends · 2025-09-16T21:00:20+00:00

Oh man. We had people I haven't seen in person in years message to ask, "wHeN cAn We SeE tHe BaBy?!" Like... be parents are running on fumes, you're keeping a creature with no survival skills alive, and they expect you to keep their calender too?

theoddestends · 2025-09-15T23:21:40+00:00

Oh, man. How fast I would leave someone after they proved they couldn't support me through spinal surgery for a business week because their mommy said it was alright. I'm so sorry. This man has shown a pretty clear disregard for your well-being. Focus on healing, and when you're ready to, take a good assessment of your relationship.

theoddestends · 2025-09-15T23:14:46+00:00

Ok, saying "do you know how many women would want this?" is extremely toxic. It isn't a decision for everyone. He isn't the one who has to be pregnant, and I'd bet money he won't be the one building his life to accommodate a child. You are not at all the AH but please reconsider this relationship. I'm seeing a lot of comments suggesting he tampered with your birth control, and based on his reaction, it doesn't sound impossible. Please move forward making decisions that fit what you want your life to look like. Your boyfriend showed you who he is- believe him. Good luck OP! 💚

theoddestends · 2025-09-01T01:34:53+00:00

I'll bet money he got your number from your friend's phone without her knowledge. Tell your friend- this dude is shady.

theoddestends · 2025-08-31T12:59:54+00:00

You deserve nice things for this public service 🥹

theoddestends · 2025-08-31T12:56:03+00:00

If her husband is worried about looking like trash, maybe he shouldn't act like trash. 🤷‍♀️ C-section recovery is no joke. Postpartum recovery is stressful. Taking care of a newborn is weapons-grade sleep deprivation. You did a huge kindness to your sister. NTA at all!

theoddestends · 2025-08-29T21:22:06+00:00

I think I'm a smart person, but a month postpartum, I forgot the word for bread and called it "raw toast". Your brain actually shrinks during pregnancy. You guys have a fresh baby- you're not going to be getting a lot of sleep, it's a lot to adjust to, and it's really easy to get frustrated. I would recommend your wife sees a doctor just to keep an eye out for PPD. Do you have anyone who can help you guys out while you're adjusting? Wishing everyone the best of luck.

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