Imagine being the cool uncle who loves spending time with his nieces and nephew. You're always there for a night of babysitting to give their parents a break. But one day, a casual favor turns into a two-week commitment without warning! 😳 That's exactly what happened to our protagonist, who's now caught in a family drama that has everyone taking sides. Let's dive into this wild story and find out why this uncle decided to put his foot down. 🦶🔥
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Caught in a whirlwind of family drama, our protagonist is torn between his love for his nieces and nephew and the need to set boundaries with their parents. 😩 After being unexpectedly left with the kids for two weeks, he's decided to put an end to his babysitting days. But is he being too harsh? 🤔 His partner and parents support his decision, while others think he's overreacting. Let's see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation... 🍿
NTA for refusing to babysit again, commenters suggest reporting parents.
SonorousBlack | SonorousBlack
Babysitting without insurance info? 😱 Here's what to do.
justtoread79 | justtoread79
Dumping kids without notice and instruction, NTA for being furious 😠
GroundLittle4469 | GroundLittle4469
Trust broken: Niece and nephew overstay babysitting hours. NTA's dilemma.
03throwaway03 | 03throwaway03
Uncle babysits 4 kids for 3 weeks, gets $100 payment. 😡
mascnz | mascnz
Uncle saves the day by not calling cops on negligent parents 😎
Bubbly-Manufacturer | Bubbly-Manufacturer
Commenter suggests calling CPS after mother abandons her kids. 😱
awyllt | awyllt
Canceled camping trip due to SIL's lack of planning. 😱
loocievanpelt | loocievanpelt
Uncle left to babysit for two weeks without warning. NTA.
gedvondur | gedvondur
Sister-in-law committed child abandonment and NTA for refusing favors 😱
HowardProject | HowardProject
Commenter suggests calling CPS due to SIL's entitled behavior
Sam_Renee | Sam_Renee
Uncle stands up to lying parent, commenters praise decision. 💪
Homer_04_13 | Homer_04_13
NTA. Commenter expresses concern for safety of abandoned kids. 😱
bright_copperkettles | bright_copperkettles
Commenter calls out SIL's fishy story, suggests child services intervention.
goeatacactus | goeatacactus
Standing up for being childfree, NTA! 👏
buricco | buricco
Uncle stands up for himself after being accused of being dramatic 😠
the_last_basselope | the_last_basselope
NTA stands for Not The A-hole and this commenter is definitely NTA! They suggest giving the mother 48 hours to come back, or else CPS will be called. The commenter also raises valid concerns about the safety of the children if this happens again. 😱
fuzzywabbitt | fuzzywabbitt
Brother and SIL are TA for abandoning their kids. 😠
A_Brit_Abroad | A_Brit_Abroad
Comment directs OP to a helpful subreddit for childfree individuals.
SEcouture | SEcouture
Uncle stands up to entitled family who took advantage of him 😊
cultqueennn | cultqueennn
Commenter suggests calling CPS due to premeditated abandonment of children 😱
Bairbearbarebear | Bairbearbarebear
Young and needy kids require a lot of attention! 🤷🏼♀️
booeychuk | booeychuk
Commenter calls out insane behavior of neglectful parents. 😱
yourlittlebirdie | yourlittlebirdie
Unexpected babysitting duty leads to mixed emotions 😕
Morrigan-71 | Morrigan-71
NTA, but the 'never again' may harm the kids 😔
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SIL lied and abandoned her kids. NTA for setting boundaries. 👍
RoriBeedm | RoriBeedm
NTA gets support, thread recommended for convincing family.
cutiepatutie614 | cutiepatutie614
Uncle refuses last-minute babysitting request, sparks family drama 😱
diatho | diatho
Suggests taking kids to their house for babysitting. Set guidelines.
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Family drama! NTA babysitter deserves an apology 🙏
jtillery1 | jtillery1
Don't reward AH behavior. Send presents, not babysitting services. 🎁
awkwardly_competent | awkwardly_competent
Commenter calls out dishonesty and irresponsibility with shock emoji
Narcissa96 | Narcissa96
NTA for not wanting to babysit for unreliable parents. 😢
jennyther | jennyther
No more free babysitting? NTA wants update on AHs.
gnixfim | gnixfim
Enforcing boundaries is key. Don't let anyone take advantage. 👍
endearinglysarcastic | endearinglysarcastic
Report to CPS and talk to her doctor. NTA.
ebwoods1 | ebwoods1
NTA calmly defends against accusations of being dramatic 🤬
pineapple1347 | pineapple1347
Unexpected 2-week babysitting request leads to justified frustration. 🤔
JadedSlayer | JadedSlayer
Uncle's babysitting betrayal leads to loss of trust. 😱
eatthebunnytoo | eatthebunnytoo
NTA for refusing to babysit after being lied to and manipulated 🙌
Past_Perspective_625 | Past_Perspective_625
Abandoning kids for 2 weeks? NTA, but gobsmacking behavior 🤯
TeamChaos17 | TeamChaos17
Aunt stands her ground against disrespectful brother and sister-in-law. 💪
Spectator872 | Spectator872
Mom wants a break? She can do the watching. 😊 #NTA
gytherin | gytherin
Parent appalled by friend's deception and abandonment of 4 kids.
Space_Creep13 | Space_Creep13
NTA suggests involving CPS. Stick to your guns, OP! 💪
Vaderisagoodguy | Vaderisagoodguy
Commenter sympathizes with OP and calls out brother and SIL.
Blinkdabunny | Blinkdabunny
NTA for refusing to babysit after being taken advantage of.
yellowchaitea | yellowchaitea
Commenter finds humor in situation, compares it to TV show.
artemis1860 | artemis1860
Uncle puts his foot down after sister abandons kids. 😱
Gigafive | Gigafive
Setting boundaries with family can be tough. Reporting to CPS?
The_Amazing_Username | The_Amazing_Username
Babysitting gone wrong? Commenters discuss lack of preparation 🤔
Squinky75 | Squinky75
Commenter calls out brother's lie, says NTA. 😊
MS_SCHEHERAZADE112 | MS_SCHEHERAZADE112
Parent calls out neglectful SIL for abandoning kids with uncle
Blah7654 | Blah7654
Commenter advises against involving CPS, suggests empathetic approach instead.
KMCINWNY | KMCINWNY
Leaving kids for 2 weeks without prior arrangement? Not cool! 😑
W1cKed1ov3ly | W1cKed1ov3ly
Commenter finds Uncle's behavior weird and wrong. 🤔
brydeswhale | brydeswhale
NTA commenter suggests calling CPS for abandoned kids. 😱
09Klr650 | 09Klr650
Uncle's two-week babysitting nightmare, NTA and done with favors 😡
throwaway1295033 | throwaway1295033
Concerned commenter suggests involving CPS for children's safety. 🚨
TigerMage2020 | TigerMage2020
Parent's behavior is unacceptable and disrespectful towards babysitter.
kat_bell123 | kat_bell123
Uncle refuses to babysit, commenter supports decision. 😊
twentycharacterz | twentycharacterz
Charge for babysitting services, NTA comment suggests 💰
nanettehimmelfarb | nanettehimmelfarb
Commenter distrusts unreliable family members for babysitting. 🙅
DawnWench | DawnWench
Brother and SIL's behavior towards babysitting is unacceptable. NTA.
incognitoville | incognitoville
SIL abandoned her kids at your house. NTA for being angry! 😡
SplitDowntown9917 | SplitDowntown9917
Comment suggests better consequences for SIL's behavior with empathy.
AnnaBanana3468 | AnnaBanana3468
NTA for setting boundaries with entitled family members. 🙌
NotSoAverage_sister | NotSoAverage_sister
Babysitting nightmare! NTA for refusing to do it again 😱
fluffbag1 | fluffbag1
Betrayed by family: Babysitting turned into a nightmare. 😱
Savage_Sloth123 | Savage_Sloth123
Commenter stands up for themselves after being taken advantage of 😤
Water_Balloon_Tits | Water_Balloon_Tits
Stand your ground! Don't let entitled family take advantage. 🙌
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