Should I Pay for My Ex's Kid to Come on Our Disney Trip?

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A single mom planned a trip to Disney with her son and saved up for it. Her ex-husband found out about it and asked if his kid could come too. She refused, but now her ex and friends say she's being selfish. Read to find out if she's the a**hole.

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Should I pay for my ex's kid to come on our Disney trip? 🤔

Divorce can be messy, especially when there are kids involved. But what happens when you're planning a special trip for your own child and your ex's kid wants to come along? This is the dilemma one Reddit user is facing. After a difficult divorce due to infidelity, the user's ex-husband had a child with his affair partner who has since left him to be a single dad. The user's son sometimes spends time with his half-sibling, but now that they're planning a Disney trip, the ex-husband is insisting that his son be allowed to come along, too. The user is hesitant, as it would mean paying for another plane ticket and supplies. The ex-husband and some friends are calling the user selfish and petty for not including the half-sibling, but is that really fair? What do you think? Let's dive into the comments and reactions to see what others have to say.

Ex demands OP pay for his affair child's trip. NTA.

CalgaryChris77 | CalgaryChris77

Ex's entitlement to OP's vacation with their son's half-sibling is absurd 🙄 NTA

FoolMe1nceShameOnU | FoolMe1nceShameOnU

Ex accuses her of favoring her son over his half sibling

mm172 | mm172

Ex's entitlement knows no bounds 😒

Odd_Fondant_9155 | Odd_Fondant_9155

NTA: Ex expects too much entitlement even after cheating.

neverthelessidissent | neverthelessidissent

OP is NTA for not wanting to pay for ex's kid. Engaging with therapy recommended.

KingOfDarkness_CB | KingOfDarkness_CB

Ex's kid on Disney trip: NTA. Manipulative ex needs boundaries 🙅‍♀️

throwfaraway212718 | throwfaraway212718

Taking a stand for your wallet 💰🙅‍♀️

mysteresc | mysteresc

OP's ex needs to take responsibility 🙌 NTA for not wanting to pay for his affair child

Spoonbills | Spoonbills

Ex's demand for OP to pay for his affair child is ridiculous. NTA 🙅‍♀️

BeringC | BeringC

Not your kid, not your problem 🤷‍♀️

alsoaprettybigdeal | alsoaprettybigdeal

Ex's kid not your responsibility, also sorry for affair 😕

love_cars_more | love_cars_more

Commenter argues against favoring son over ex's child with sarcasm 😒

Boomyjo | Boomyjo

No kids, no responsibility. You're not the a**hole here. 🙅‍♀️

[deleted] | [deleted]

Ex-husband wants OP to pay for his affair's kid's trip 🤦‍♀️

RolandWayne | RolandWayne

Ex's kid + Disney trip = NTA, remind ex he cheated.

badbishops | badbishops

Prioritizing your son's achievements over ex's half-sibling = NTA 🎉

pr1nc3ss-p3ach | pr1nc3ss-p3ach

Set boundaries with ex's friend's kid on Disney trip 🚫💰

Ok-Football6675 | Ok-Football6675

Ex's kid, ex's responsibility. You don't owe them a vacation 🚫👪

Aunty_Fascist | Aunty_Fascist

Don't pay for your ex's kid to come to Disney 😒

jennypthecat | jennypthecat

Don't let your ex's mess ruin your Disney trip! 🎢

lutheresque | lutheresque

You're not the a**hole for not wanting to pay 🚫💰

PianoOk6786 | PianoOk6786

Don't let your ex's responsibilities become your burden 😒

Scottish_squirrel | Scottish_squirrel

Ex's entitlement is unbelievable. Don't let him guilt trip you.

Minute_Box3852 | Minute_Box3852

Ex's kid on Disney trip: NTA, he should pay for him 👎

[deleted] | [deleted]

Ex's kid on Disney trip - NTA, not paying for adultery's fruit 🍎

Ren1145 | Ren1145

Taking your ex's kid on a Disney trip: NTA or YTA?

immi_cookie | immi_cookie

Ex's kid on Disney trip: NTA if not living with you.

MummyPanda | MummyPanda

Setting boundaries with an ex's child can be difficult 😕

5fifthsnot3fifths | 5fifthsnot3fifths

You're not being petty for not paying for your ex's kid 🙅

nerdy_latino | nerdy_latino

Don't let guilt make you pay for someone else's affair 🚫💰

whitewer | whitewer

No obligation to take ex's child on Disney trip. 🙅‍♀️

Great_Baker_ | Great_Baker_

OP's friends side with ex, but commenters agree: NTA.

Present_Accident_462 | Present_Accident_462

No parental responsibility, no Disney trip for non-relative child 😕

Ok-Raspberry7884 | Ok-Raspberry7884

Ex's kid on our Disney trip? NTA, it's special time.

boniemonie | boniemonie

Standing up for boundaries and not the a**hole! 👏🏼

Bubatom | Bubatom

Setting boundaries with entitled ex-partner. 🚫👨‍👧

Sfb208 | Sfb208

Don't let them take advantage of you! 💸

HighElf_Queen_Jen | HighElf_Queen_Jen

Commenter calls out irresponsible behavior with strong language 💥

Eve9_ | Eve9_

Ex's kid on Disney trip? NTA, but why pay?

Trick-Panda-7509 | Trick-Panda-7509

Prioritizing your own child on a trip is understandable. NTA 👍

Heraonolympia123 | Heraonolympia123

Fairness in funding family vacations, NTA wins 🎉

junkiecreppermint | junkiecreppermint

Ex begs for Disney trip, claims innocence. Not the a**hole 🐭

PanicMom716 | PanicMom716

Friends don't understand the cost of Disney trips and parenting.

Shavasara | Shavasara

Enjoy your Disney trip with your child, no unreasonable demands 👍

RoyallyOakie | RoyallyOakie

Not your circus, not your monkeys 🙈

PommeDeSang | PommeDeSang

Don't let your ex guilt-trip you into paying for someone else's kid 🙅‍♀️

Fianna9 | Fianna9

Setting boundaries with ex's kids on Disney trip 💪🏼👊🏼

canuck_2022 | canuck_2022

No obligation to pay for ex's kid on Disney trip 🙅‍♂️

Elegant_righthere | Elegant_righthere

Ex's kid on our Disney trip: NTA, not your responsibility 🙅‍♂️

[deleted] | [deleted]

Don't feel guilty! Your ex is responsible for their child 🙅‍♀️

disappointedvet | disappointedvet

Being kind doesn't mean being a wallet. 🤑

Spart_Farkles | Spart_Farkles

OP faced accusations of favoritism, but is NTA.

OGablogian | OGablogian

Boundaries set, you're NTA for not paying for ex's child ❌

Dragonr0se | Dragonr0se

Don't let anyone make you feel guilty for being fair 🤝

sweet_and_sour_01 | sweet_and_sour_01

Friends are suspicious of OP's story, asks for more info 🤔

thefrizz6 | thefrizz6