Father kicks out girlfriend for “forcefully helping” daughter with eating disorder

As a father, it’s important to care for your child’s well-being, especially when they’re struggling with a serious issue like an eating disorder. However, what happens when the father’s girlfriend tries to help but ends up making things worse? That’s the situation a Reddit user found himself in when his girlfriend crossed a line while trying to help his daughter with her ED. The father had set clear boundaries for how to handle his daughter’s condition and his girlfriend ignored them, leading to a confrontation. The father ultimately had to ask his girlfriend to leave. Was he justified in doing so? Read on to find out what happened and weigh in with your own opinion.

Mother’s efforts to help daughter with ED met with resistance.

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Dealing with an eating disorder can be a tough journey, especially for a teenager. A father shares his experience with his daughter’s ED and how his girlfriend’s approach to helping her was doing more harm than good. Despite numerous warnings from doctors to avoid forcing her to eat, his girlfriend disregarded his advice and bombarded his daughter with questions about her meals, including the number of calories consumed. When confronted, the girlfriend refused to listen and continued with her forceful approach. The father had to make a difficult decision to kick her out for his daughter’s wellbeing. Despite some family members advising him to be patient, the father knew that his daughter’s health was at stake and he had to take action. It’s important to understand that an eating disorder is a complex mental illness that requires a gentle approach and professional help. The father’s decision was not easy, but it was necessary to ensure his daughter gets the support she needs. In the next section, we will take a look at some of the reactions from the online community.