Raising kids is tough, but when one parent's past affects their parenting, it can be even more challenging. In this post, a concerned husband shares how his wife's past impacts their children's upbringing. He suggests that she needs therapy to become the mom their kids deserve, but his wife isn't talking to him now. Was he in the wrong? Reddit users weigh in on this controversial topic. Read to learn more.
Husband Suggests Wife Needs Therapy To Be The Mom Their Kids Deserve
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👩👧👧Husband suggests wife get therapy to be the mom their kids deserve
A husband is seeking advice on whether he overstepped by suggesting that his wife needs therapy to be the mom their kids deserve. The wife had a rough childhood, so she overcompensates by trying to give their daughters the childhood she never had. However, the husband is concerned that his wife is not allowing their daughters to have the childhood they want. The oldest daughter has severe anxiety and hates crowds, but the wife insisted on having a birthday party that made her very uncomfortable. The husband suggested that the wife needs therapy to be the best mom for their daughters. Have you been in a similar situation? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.
NTA, Wife needs therapy to heal from childhood trauma affecting kids.
mandirahman | mandirahman
Wife's overcompensation for her poor childhood is hurting the kids. NTA.
mahalnamahal | mahalnamahal
NTA poster and others share their traumatic experiences with controlling parents.
dvltwrst4r | dvltwrst4r
Wife's overcompensating behavior may be abusive, therapy is needed ASAP.
FervidusThespis | FervidusThespis
Father seeks advice on how to protect his anxious daughter from wife's torment. Replies show empathy and understanding for the daughter's situation.
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Commenter suggests therapy for wife's unhealthy behavior towards kids.
minizookeeper | minizookeeper
NTA. Addressing parenting issues for the sake of the children 🧒👧
czechtheboxes | czechtheboxes
Empathetic comment suggests therapy for wife to be a better mom. 👍
Doris_Useless | Doris_Useless
Childhood trauma can affect parenting, therapy could help. NAH.
emeraldpeach | emeraldpeach
Toxic parenting cycle continues, daughter unhappy and unimportant. 😢
EatButterflies | EatButterflies
Daughter forced into dance supports NTA's stance on therapy.
TerrifiedSquid | TerrifiedSquid
Don't project past trauma onto your kids. NTA.
newaxcounr | newaxcounr
Husband suggests wife needs therapy for vicariously living through kids 😕
maddiewwyhfrr | maddiewwyhfrr
Commenter shares personal experience, advises therapy for wife ASAP 💔
RabidHowler91 | RabidHowler91
Parenting is a tough job, but ignoring your children isn't right. 🤔
kmn053 | kmn053
Therapy for everyone! NTA needs to explain mom's actions. 😊
crowwishbone | crowwishbone
NTA stands up for his daughters' well-being 💪
Key-Tensio | Key-Tensio
Encourage empathy and support when suggesting therapy to your partner ❤️
what-no-potatoes | what-no-potatoes
Encouraging support for standing up to spouse's harmful behavior. 👍
DorKQu33n | DorKQu33n
Liberating to mute toxic parent. Wife needs therapy to change.
glittery_grandma | glittery_grandma
Both partners working on self-improvement 💪👩❤️👨
Randomnamechoice123 | Randomnamechoice123
Parenting expectations vs. reality. Kids are humans, not props. ✨
SwiggyBloodlust | SwiggyBloodlust
Putting kids first is tough, but therapy can benefit all. 👨👩👧👦
Ohlalavoila | Ohlalavoila
Encouraging comment suggests therapy for wife to improve parenting skills.
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NTA commenter advises therapy for wife prioritizing ideal childhood over kids
ScarShayde | ScarShayde
Be mindful of your words when suggesting therapy. 💬
Gweebis | Gweebis
A heartwarming suggestion to heal the wife's childhood traumas 💕
embinksyy | embinksyy
Encouraging response to tough parenting decision. 👍
catzrob89 | catzrob89
Prioritizing emotional health in parenting, not being the a**hole
Zhoenish | Zhoenish
Navigating differences in parenting values with empathy and patience 😌
SterlingVapor | SterlingVapor
Demanding help for a loved one's flaws is tough 💪
Ian_Dima | Ian_Dima
Encouraging comment about prioritizing children's desires over parents' dreams.
bearbear407 | bearbear407
Breaking the cycle of abuse: NTA suggests therapy for wife.
misfitx | misfitx
Husband suggests therapy for wife's parenting, commenters agree but criticize approach 😬
SpitDontQuit | SpitDontQuit
A fair critique with a hurtful end. 🤔
ShadowsObserver | ShadowsObserver
Supportive husband gets praise for tough love parenting approach ❤️
freyja-sov | freyja-sov
Prioritizing your kids' well-being is important. Therapy can help. 💪
VaxYourDamnKid | VaxYourDamnKid
Parental overcompensation can be harmful in the long run 😕
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Encouraging NTA comment suggests therapy could help wife understand her behavior
KipsyCakes | KipsyCakes
Suggesting family therapy is a great idea! 👍
Frivolous-Sal | Frivolous-Sal
Husband's comment hurt wife, but both resort to emotional abuse. ESH.
CommanderOfCheese45 | CommanderOfCheese45
Navigating motherhood can be tough 😢
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Breaking the cycle: NTA suggests therapy for wife's childhood trauma 👪💔
Dotfromkansas | Dotfromkansas
Wife's childhood obsession could harm the kids. NTA.
Hoplite68 | Hoplite68
Supportive comment applauds tough decision for family's well-being 👏
SandrineSmiles | SandrineSmiles
Commenter calls out bad parenting, suggests therapy for delusional mom 💁♀️
dart1126 | dart1126
Breaking the cycle of abuse is difficult, therapy helps. NTA!
LizzyrdCE | LizzyrdCE
NTA comment praises husband's suggestion for wife's parenting skills 👍
Th3Poetess | Th3Poetess
Overbearing parenting can lead to resentment. NTA for suggesting therapy.
gna7103 | gna7103
Wife gets validation for not needing therapy to be mom 👍
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Encouraging empathy and self-reflection, a refreshing NTA comment.
antipetpeeves | antipetpeeves
Child of similar situation warns wife of consequences. 😔
diemsdeviant | diemsdeviant
Parenting or living vicariously? 🤔 NTA.
Fancy_String05 | Fancy_String05
Encourage self-care and fun activities, NTA comment suggests 🎉
redwynter | redwynter
NTA comment gets backlash: 'Seriously? Bit strong' 🤔
ObamaGuava | ObamaGuava
Husband's good intentions met with poor communication skills. YTA.
Fantastic-Fortune-13 | Fantastic-Fortune-13
Child of emotionally unavailable parent supports husband's therapy suggestion 💡👍
microbewhisperer | microbewhisperer
Encouraging therapy for better parenting. 💆♀️💆♂️
Headup31 | Headup31
Not the a**hole for prioritizing therapy for good parenting 👏
jfcfanfic | jfcfanfic
Let your kids have a happy childhood. NTA 👍
floss147 | floss147
Understanding and accommodating a child's needs, NTA recommends therapy.
brazentory | brazentory
Prioritizing your own enjoyment over your child's feelings is cruel 😔
JournalisticDisaster | JournalisticDisaster
Commenter is not the a**hole for suggesting therapy.
Curtisziraa | Curtisziraa
NTA, but wife needs therapy to be a better mom 😕
poyorick | poyorick
Valuable wake-up call for wife's parenting. NTA.
WonderingWaffle | WonderingWaffle
NTA. Communication is key in raising kids 👍
StillNotaHampster | StillNotaHampster
Letting kids be themselves is key to good parenting 👍
littlegreenapples | littlegreenapples
Wife needs therapy for living vicariously through kids. NTA.
candles_0904 | candles_0904
Empathetic reply to NTA's personal experience with similar situation.
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Protect your kids and get therapy for yourself and daughter 💪
GirlDwight | GirlDwight
Husband's honest feedback hurts wife, needs support and patience ❤️
Momma_tried378 | Momma_tried378
Support for husband's tough love approach to parenting. 🙌
BeyondCautious | BeyondCautious
Parenting criticisms escalate to therapy suggestion; YTA for approach 🔥
Viener-Schnitzel | Viener-Schnitzel
Breaking the cycle of trauma with unconditional love ❤
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