Mom-to-be doesn't want husband teaching baby Spanish

Diply Social Team
Unsplash | Unsplash

A mom-to-be is hesitant to let her husband teach their future baby Spanish. Despite her husband's argument that many kids raised bilingual are smart, she's worried that it will cut her off from their child. But is she being unreasonable? Read on to find out.

Expecting mother faces language barrier with husband, seeks advice.

justonepleasee | justonepleasee

Bilingual baby drama: Mom-to-be against Spanish lessons from husband 🤔

justonepleasee | justonepleasee

Wife refuses Spanish lessons from husband with no cultural connection

justonepleasee | justonepleasee

Expectant mom opposes husband teaching baby Spanish 🤔

justonepleasee | justonepleasee

Mom-to-be worries about language barrier for baby 🗣️

justonepleasee | justonepleasee

Debate over husband teaching child Spanish sparks parental concerns ❤️👶

justonepleasee | justonepleasee

Feeling guilty for not accepting husband's Spanish teaching, seeking advice.

justonepleasee | justonepleasee

Mom-to-be doesn't want husband teaching baby Spanish 🤔

A mom-to-be is having a dilemma as her husband wants to teach their baby Spanish even though he has no cultural or family connection to Spain. She is worried it will cut her off from her child and that it will be hard for her baby to learn both languages. Is she being unreasonable or is her husband overstepping? Read on for more details and reactions from the community.

Mom-to-be under fire for not wanting husband to teach Spanish 🤔

Nyukorin | Nyukorin

Don't gatekeep Spanish! Babies can learn multiple languages 😎

GothPenguin | GothPenguin

Teaching your child Spanish is beneficial for them and your family 🌎

Sk8tingpanda568 | Sk8tingpanda568

Don't be a \*ss, let the kid be bilingual! 🌐

ArmyRepresentative14 | ArmyRepresentative14

Being bilingual is a gift, YTA. Don't let jealousy/racism cloud judgement. 😊

Flowerofiron | Flowerofiron

Mom-to-be refuses to let husband teach baby Spanish, calling YTA

Little_Dot_512 | Little_Dot_512

Invalidating husband's experience, YTA for denying child bilingualism.

[deleted] | [deleted]

Mom-to-be refuses husband teaching baby Spanish. Commenters disagree.

cassidy11111111 | cassidy11111111

Mom-to-be faces criticism for not wanting husband to teach Spanish

MyIndigoLux | MyIndigoLux

Ignoring husband's culture and benefits of bilingualism. YTA 😒

belmiramirabel | belmiramirabel

Commenter calls out OP's cultural bias towards Spanish, sparks discussion 👍👍

Kokbiel | Kokbiel

Commenter criticizes parent for not wanting husband to teach Spanish 😒

Accurate_Ad_3663 | Accurate_Ad_3663

Don't deny your child the gift of bilingualism! 🌎👶

snarkingintheusa | snarkingintheusa

User defends husband's desire to pass down Spanish heritage ❤️🇪🇸

Green-Return-7466 | Green-Return-7466

Parent's fear of teaching their child Spanish sparks debate.

n0b0dyneeds2know | n0b0dyneeds2know

Don't let language barriers prevent your child's growth 🌍👶

Poekienijn | Poekienijn

Teaching multiple languages is an asset, YTA 🗣️

Sorry-Squirrel-2346 | Sorry-Squirrel-2346

Don't miss the chance to raise a bilingual baby! 🌎

clumsykay_ | clumsykay_

Being bilingual is a huge advantage! 🌎 YTA, don't discourage it.

Working_Confusion751 | Working_Confusion751

Commenter calls out husband's cultural ignorance - YTA verdict.

Mewmewlikethat | Mewmewlikethat

Don't be a language gatekeeper! YTA.

tritoeat | tritoeat

Don't hold back culture from your child. YTA 👎🏼👎🏼

InsomniacEnglish | InsomniacEnglish

Respect cultural differences, YTA for denying husband's heritage 🌎👎

HunterDangerous1366 | HunterDangerous1366

Don't be an \*sshole. Learning Spanish is a plus 🌎👶

abhi5692 | abhi5692

Don't underestimate your husband's cultural connection to Spain 🌎

pondinariver | pondinariver

Speaking multiple languages is an asset in today's world 🌎👍

88042360lflf | 88042360lflf

Don't take away the advantage of bilingualism from your child 🌎👶

witches_and_wolves | witches_and_wolves

Embrace Bilingualism! 🌍 Don't limit your child's opportunities! ✨

Suitable-Ad-3072 | Suitable-Ad-3072

Embrace bilingualism! YTA for not wanting to teach Spanish.

Biteme75 | Biteme75

Teaching your child a second language is essential 🗣️

Moneyquest15 | Moneyquest15

Don't be a language barrier, learn Spanish and bond together! 🌎💬

EggoStack | EggoStack

Commenter calls out ignorance in not valuing cultural connection 🌎

Miami1982 | Miami1982

Bilingualism is an asset, don't deny your child opportunities. YTA 👎

[deleted] | [deleted]

Encouraging bilingualism is crucial 🗣️👶

SidHoffman | SidHoffman

🌎 Encouraging comment defending the importance of teaching Spanish to children.

Caffienatedhuman | Caffienatedhuman

Don't be an a**hole, let your child be bilingual 🗣️👶

Zagriel55 | Zagriel55

Don't deny your child the gift of bilingualism. YTA.

sr9876 | sr9876

Don't miss out on the opportunity for your child to be bilingual! 🌎

Minute-Aioli-5054 | Minute-Aioli-5054

Don't deny your child the treasure of a second language 🌎👶

MasterpieceOk4688 | MasterpieceOk4688

Bilingualism is a gift. Don't miss out! 🎁👶🌎

JunjiItosCats | JunjiItosCats

Don't deny your child the opportunity to be bilingual! YTA 🙄

Dramatic-Ride-7666 | Dramatic-Ride-7666

Bilingualism enhances cognitive abilities. Let him teach Spanish 🌎👨‍👩‍👧

Miss-NoName | Miss-NoName

Bilingualism benefits kids. YTA if you deprive them.

peachriings | peachriings

Don't miss out on the opportunity to raise a bilingual child! 🌎👶

HelenRy | HelenRy

Commenter calls out racism in language dispute. 💬👀

[deleted] | [deleted]

Parent refuses to teach child Spanish, called out for it, YTA 🤦‍♀️

Wrothrok | Wrothrok

Don't miss out on the opportunity for a bilingual kid! 🌎👶

Responsible_Candle86 | Responsible_Candle86

Don't deprive your child of bilingualism. Teach Spanish 🇪🇸💬

Remarkable_Elmo23 | Remarkable_Elmo23

Commenter calls out husband's Spanish ban, questions logic. 🤔

NmlsFool | NmlsFool

Don't let xenophobia cloud your parenting decisions. #YTA 🤦‍♀️

raq | raq

Bilingualism is beneficial, YTA. Scientific studies confirm no detriments. 👶🌎🔬

4682458 | 4682458

Commenter disagrees with not calling pregnant person TA, sparks debate.

sprocketmango | sprocketmango

Don't limit your child's potential! Embrace bilingualism! 🌎👶

Miss_Bobbiedoll | Miss_Bobbiedoll

Denying husband's cultural connection and language teaching makes YTA 👎

Timidinho | Timidinho

Teaching kids Spanish is beneficial. YTA for denying it.

wind-river7 | wind-river7

Don't limit your child's potential. YTA for being close-minded.

denasher | denasher

Don't be an a**hole! Let your child experience bilingualism 🌎👶

ggcc789 | ggcc789

Don't be a language barrier, let your husband teach Spanish 📖

ProfessionalSmell442 | ProfessionalSmell442

Don't let insecurity deny your baby the gift of bilingualism 💬

KrtekJim | KrtekJim

Filed Under: